Dictionary of Symbols, Myths & Legends [Hardcover]

Colin Didier (Author)

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Book Description

Publication Date: September 2003

This book is an alphabetical classification of over 400 entries which explains the visual and orthographic references that underpin so much of our cultural heritage. History, etymology, the science of numbers, Zodiac signs, the background to the plants, animals, magic and gods which are shorthand to wider references in every day life. Dictionary of symbols, Myths & Legends in invaluable in researching the meanings in art, literature and classic texts as well as for understanding and interpreting dreams and the customs of our lives.

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Product Details

Hardcover: 592 pages
Publisher: Hachette (September 2003)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1844300250
ISBN-13: 978-1844300259
Product Dimensions: 9.7 x 6.3 x 1.6 inches
Shipping Weight: 3.2 pounds
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,900,189 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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