The complete dictionary of symbols

著者

• Tresidder, Jack

書誌事項

The complete dictionary of symbols

general editor, Jack Tresidder

Chronicle Books, 2005, c2004

注記

Originally published: London : Duncan Baird, 2004

Includes bibliographical references (p. 534-535) and indexes

内容説明・目次

内容説明

The Complete Dictionary of Symbols is an engaging and accessible guide to more than 2,000 major themes, figures, and symbols that are commonly found in myth, art, and literature. Drawing on classical mythologies, Biblical themes, and traditional symbols from cultures worldwide, this user-friendly, attractively priced reference has comprehensive entries on everything from individual animals, plants, and objects to gods, goddesses, supernatural creatures, heroes, heroines, mythical episodes, prophets, saints, miracles, and myriad other subjects. Whether the topic at hand is Mercury or Merlin, the Egyptian ankh or the humble ant, engaging text reveals the origins and meaning of each symbol. Interspersed with the main entries are short articles on themes of special interest, such as the Sun, Moon, and stars, or common vices. Three hundred illustrations, an intuitive system of cross-referencing, and authoritative research make The Complete Dictionary of Symbols a reliable resource for school, home, or library.

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詳細情報

• NII書誌ID(NCID): BA76286527
• ISBN:
  • 0811847675
• 出版国コード: us
• タイトル言語コード: eng
• 本文言語コード: eng
• 出版地: San Francisco
• ページ数/冊数: 544 p.
• 大きさ: 24 cm
• 分類:
  • LCC : AZ108
  • DC22 : 302.2'223'03
• 件名:
  • LCSH : Signs and symbols -- Dictionaries
  • LCSH : Symbolism -- Dictionaries