Folklore and Symbolism of Flowers, Plants and Trees (Lehner Ernst)(Paperback)

Folklore and Symbolism of Flowers, Plants and Trees (Lehner Ernst)(Paperback)

This profusely illustrated archive of more than 200 flowers, plants, and trees was compiled by Ernst and Johanna Lehner -- two of the world's foremost collectors of pictorial symbols (who also happen to be devoted flower enthusiasts). Their comprehensive collection, with illustrations selected from

Devils, Demons, and Witchcraft: 244 Illustrations for Artists (Lehner Ernst And Johanna)(Paperback)

Throughout history, artists have grappled with the problem of depicting clearly and forcefully the principles of evil and suffering in human existence. With this view, the Lehners have collected 244 representations, symbols, and manuscript pages of devils and death from Egyptian times to 1931

Plants: 2,400 Royalty-Free Illustrations of Flowers, Trees, Fruits and Vegetables (Harter Jim)(Paperback)

This extraordinary collection of engravings provides designers and commercial artists with a magnificent sourcebook of Victorian-era plant images -- all royalty-free. Included are 2,400 crisply detailed illustrations of hundreds of plants -- from lilies, lichens, mushrooms and marigolds, to

Art of Botanical Drawing (Ravet-Haevermans Agathe)(Paperback / softback)

A beautiful and practical guide to drawing and painting flowers, plants and

Botanical Painting with Watercolour (Hicks Daphne)(Paperback)

A beautifully illustrated, essential guide to the joy and principles of painting plants and flowers with watercolorsThe characteristics of watercolor naturally complement botanical art, and this beautiful book shows you how to make the most of this versatile medium. It starts by guiding you through

I Heart Rainbows (Preston Lizzie)(Paperback / softback)

Packed full of pretty rainbow scenes, rainbow patterns, cute animals and luscious plants and flowers all enjoying the sunshine after the storm, children and adults alike will love to bring each image to life with

Drawing Trees and Flowers (Eggleton Margaret)(Paperback)

Draw trees and flowers with the confidence to achieve from scratch and tackle more advanced techniques. In one book. Combining the talents of two renowned artists, Margaret Eggleton and Denis John-Naylor, this is a detailed, comprehensive guide to drawing trees and flowers. Artists of all skill

Celtic Tree Rituals: Ceremonies for the Thirteen Moon Months and a Day (Hidalgo Sharlyn)(Paperback)

Celebrate Celtic Symbolism, Mythology, and Magic throughout the Wheel of the Year Enjoy phenomenal healing and spiritual teachings from the trees with this powerful book of rituals. Sharlyn Hidalgo presents multi-faceted ceremonies for all thirteen moon months--and the final day of the Celtic

The Mythic & Magickal Folklore Of Plants (Thiselton-Dyer T. F.)(Paperback)

First published in 1889, this still-unparalleled exploration of mythic and magickal plant lore from around the world includes chapters on Lightning Plants, Plants in Witchcraft, Plants in Demonology, Plants in Fairy-Lore, Plants and the Weather, Plants in Folk-Medicine, and much, much more. The

Kew: Lift and Look Flowers and Plants(Board book)

Japanese Gardens: Symbolism and Design (Goto Seiko)(Paperback)

The unique beauty of the Japanese garden stems from its spirituality and rich symbolism, yet most discussions on this kind of garden rarely provide more than a superficial overview. This book takes a thorough look at the process of designing a Japanese garden, placing it in a historical and

Flowers and Plants: An Image Archive of Botanical Illustrations for Artists and Designers (James Kale)(Paperback)

Are you looking to gain access to hundreds of beautifully rendered botanical illustrations to use in graphic design projects, wedding invitations, collages and art projects? Alternatively, are you looking for the best reference material available for your botanical illustrations and designs?This

Practical Guide to Qabalistic Symbolism (Knight Gareth)(Paperback)

In this groundbreaking book, Knight shows how the Qabalah and its basic diagram, the Tree of Life, is a system of relationships among mystical symbols that can be used to gain access to the hidden reaches of the mind. He also demonstrates how the Qabalah is applicable to all mystical traditions and

A Kitchen Witch's World of Magical Herbs & Plants (Patterson Rachel)(Paperback)

Every plant, every flower, every herb and every tree has energy, and that energy has magical properties. This book is go-to guide on how to work with these magical herbs and plants, how to use them and what to do with

Flowers and Plants of the British Isles (Beevor Lucy)(Paperback / softback)

Tied into the KS1 science curriculum, this book takes a lively, attractive look at British flowers and plants. Using lots of familiar examples, along with some unfamiliar ones, it's an accesible look at the diverse flora of the UK. Lots of photographs and small pieces of text throughout make the

Folklore in Baltic History: Resistance and Resurgence (Naithani Sadhana)(Paperback)

Folklore in the Baltic History: Resistance and Resurgence is about the role of folklore, folklore archives, and folklore studies in the contemporary history of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania--together called the Baltic countries. They were occupied by Russia, by Germany, and lastly by the USSR at

World of Plants (Robson Kirsteen)(Paperback / softback)

An exploration inside all kinds of plants and the structures which they use to feed, grow and reproduce. All the major biological processes are explained. There are activities, facts and figures, a glossary of terms, revision questions, and links to over 100 relevant Web

Plants: A Very Short Introduction (Walker Timothy)(Paperback)

Plants form a fundamental element of the biosphere, and the evolution of plants has directly affected the evolution of animal life and the evolution of the Earth's climate. Plants have also become essential to humans not only in the form of cereal crops, fruit, and vegetables, but in their many

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology of Plants (Buchanan Bob B.)(Paperback)

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology of Plants, 2nd Edition has been hailed as a major contribution to the plant sciences literature and critical acclaim has been matched by global sales success. Maintaining the scope and focus of the first edition, the second will provide a major update, include

Flora: An Artistic Voyage Through the World of Plants (Knapp Sandra)(Pevná vazba)

A beautiful box which examines the fascinating history of plants and flowers through exquisite botanical paintings and insightful essays. Accompanied by 36

Ireland's Animals: Myths, Legends and Folklore (Maccoitir Niall)(Paperback)

Provides a comprehensive look at the folklore, legends, and history of animals in Ireland, and describes their relations with people, being hunted for food, fur, sport, or as vermin, and their position today. This fascinating and beautifully

The Philosophy of the Enlightenment: Updated Edition (Cassirer Ernst)(Paperback)

In this classic work of intellectual history, Ernst Cassirer provides both a cogent synthesis and a penetrating analysis of one of history's greatest intellectual epochs: the Enlightenment. Arguing that there was a common foundation beneath the diverse strands of thought of this period, he shows

Foraging: Recognizing Toxic and Poisonous Wild Plants and Mushrooms (Greeny Mona)(Paperback)

Knowledge puts you on the way to new frontiers. Discover a whole new world of wonderful plants and mushrooms without compromising your safety. In this book, Poisonous Plants and Mushrooms, you learn how to identify toxin-containing mushrooms and poisonous plants.Learn the Details of Poisons in

The Tales of Hoffmann (Hoffman Ernst Theodor)(Paperback)

A lawyer by day and a creator of a world of fantasy by night, Hoffman (1776-1822) lived a Jekyll and Hyde existence. Many of the characters in his stories are subject to a similar split personality. The duality of his nature is frequently reflected in some of his characters--Cardillac the