An Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Traditional Symbols (Cooper J. C.)(Paperback)

An Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Traditional Symbols (Cooper J. C.)(Paperback)

With over 200 illustrations and lively, informative and often ironic texts, she discusses and explains an enormous variety of symbols extending from the Arctic to Dahomey, from the Iroquois to Oceana, and coming from systems as diverse as Tao, Christianity, Judaism, Buddhism, Islam, Tantra, the

Dictionary of Symbols (Cirlot J. C.)(Paperback / softback)

Signs, Symbols & Omens: An Illustrated Guide to Magical & Spiritual Symbolism (Buckland Raymond)(Paperback)

As human beings, we live in a world of symbols. From traffic signs to the very letters that comprise these words, symbols are woven into every aspect of daily life. Since prehistoric times humans have used symbolic representation to communicate with each other and with the divine. In Signs, Symbols

Encyclopaedia of Psychological Astrology (Carter Charles E. O.)(Paperback)

Subtitled, An Encyclopaedia of Character & Disease, Carter's classic book was the result of study of hundreds of horoscopes. Carter discovered that specific degrees of the zodiac produced specific results, including things like abscesses, goiter, poor vision, medical or musical ability, spinal

Armoured Trains: An Illustrated Encyclopaedia 1826-2016 (Malmassari Paul)(Pevná vazba)

The first English-language edition of the authoritative work on the

A Dictionary of Literary Symbols (Ferber Michael)(Paperback)

This is an expansion of the first dictionary of symbols to be based on literature, rather than on 'universal' psychological archetypes or myths. It explains and illustrates the literary symbols that we frequently encounter (such as swan, rose, moon, gold) and gives thousands of cross-references and

Languages of Art - An Approach to a Theory of Symbols (Goodman Nelson)(Paperback / softback)

The Power of Myth (Campbell Joseph)(Paperback)

The national bestseller, now available in a non-illustrated, standard format paperback editionThe Power of Myth launched an extraordinary resurgence of interest in Joseph Campbell and his work. A preeminent scholar, writer, and teacher, he has had a profound influence on millions of

The Salmon of Knowledge (Buckley Celina)(Pevná vazba)

A creatively illustrated retelling of a traditional Irish legend about an enchanted salmon that will impart all the knowledge in the world to the first person who eats it. Finnegas, a wise, elderly poet, spends his days fishing for the Salmon of Knowledge. He meets Fionn, a young boy who hopes to

Traditional Woodworking Techniques: Fundamentals of Furnituremaking (Blackburn Graham)(Paperback)

The third volume in Graham Blackburn's Illustrated Workshop series, Traditional Woodworking Techniques is at once a clear and practical introduction into the art of furnituremaking, as well as a permanent and invaluable reference to many of the fundamental aspects of the craft. Even if you have

The Penguin Dictionary of Symbols (Chevalier Jean)(Paperback)

This remarkable and wide-ranging book is an inventory of symbols and the symbolic imagination. The editors and their fifteen contributors are drawn from a variety of scholarly backgrounds--including anthropology, ethnology, psychotherapy and art history. This diversity of approach is responsible

African Art (Bassani Ezio)(Pevná vazba)

An illustrated study of traditional and figurative art of Africa that reflects the continent's rich artistic and cultural heritage. African Art explores the continent's marvelous artistic achievements which share its roots with humanities origins. Sculpture has historically been the chief means of

Face of the Devil (Cooper N. J.)(Paperback / softback)

Egyptian Places: An Illustrated Travelogue (Ayon Henry David)(Paperback)

Egyptian Places: An Illustrated Travelogue, presents an architect's account of visits to 12 of Ancient Egypt's most spectacular sites, a journey that transports the reader from the urban metropolis of Cairo and the Great Pyramid of Giza to the remote desert setting of the rock-cut temple at Abu

Classic and Sports Car Magazine A-Z of Cars of the 1930s (Sedgwick Michael)(Paperback / softback)

From AC to Wolseley, this is the illustrated encyclopaedia of every make of British, European and American car sold in Britain during the

An Illustrated Outline of Buddhism: The Essentials of Buddhist Spirituality (Stoddart William)(Paperback)

An Illustrated Outline of Buddhism is an ideal introduction to the vast and complex field of Buddhism, a world religion with more than a billion followers. In its short format and accessible style, it presents the essential features of the Buddhist religion with a clear yet concise style that is

Hogwarts Library: The Illustrated Collection (Illustrated Edition) (Rowling J. K.)(Other)

An essential trio of books from the Hogwarts Library, now lavishly illustrated and collected in a giftable boxed set!This beautifully designed boxed set contains three essential volumes consulted by generations of students at Hogwarts: Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, Quidditch Through the

Illustrated History of LMS Wagons (Essery R. J.)(Paperback / softback)

Building Surveyor's Pocket Book (Smith Melanie)(Paperback)

Building Surveyor's Pocket Book is an accessible encyclopaedia of matters vital to building surveyors. Well-illustrated with diagrams, pictures, tables, and graphs, it covers all essential elements of building pathology, building performance, and building construction terminology in a simple,

The Book Club (Cooper C. J.)(Paperback)

EVERYONE IS HIDING A SECRET. ONE OF THEM IS MURDER. 'I raced through it - edgy, tense' Harriet Tyce, author of Blood Orange 'I for one am terrified of the woman next door!'Louise Candlish, author of The Other Passenger 'Tightly plotted, edge-of-seat gripping' Sophie Hannah, author of Haven't They

Benjamin Franklin (Blum Alex A.)(Paperback)

An illustrated biography of the life of Benjamin Franklin. Classics Illustrated tells the extraordinary life tale of Benjamin Franklin in colorful comic strip form, offering an excellent introduction for younger readers. This edition also includes a timeline of events surrounding Franklin's life

Immunology: An Illustrated Outline (Male David)(Paperback)

Immunology: An Illustrated Outline is both a guide to the essential principles of immunology and a concise dictionary of immunological terms. The book can be used to consolidate understanding in preparation for course exams and medical licensing exams, or as a refresher when immunology is

Traditional Culture of Sussex - Both Sides of the Downs (Doel Geoff)(Paperback / softback)

An exploration of Sussex traditional culture in its geographical, religious, ritualistic social and economic context, including seasonal customs, mummers plays, folk songs, legends, smuggling and

The Oxford Illustrated History of Theatre (Brown John Russell)(Paperback)

The Oxford Illustrated History of Theatre, an authoritative and lavishly illustrated new history, celebrates the stage's greatest achievements over 4,500 years, from festival performances in ancient Egypt to international, multicultural drama in the late twentieth century, and from Sophocles and