Signs & symbols

Signs & symbols Signs and symbols [editors, Kim Dennis-Bryan, Nicola Hodgson, Neil Lockley ; contributors, Ian Harrison ... et al.] - 352 pages illustrations. (chiefly col.) 25 سم

"An illustrated guide to their origins and meanings"--Cover

Includes bibliographical references (p. 344-345) and index

The cosmos -- Natural world -- Human life -- Myths & religions -- Society & culture -- Symbol systems

From simple shapes and colors to gods, mythical beasts, sacred rituals, and global branding, over 2,000 signs and symbols are explained through text, illustrations, and photography. Grouped thematically and comprehensively cross-referenced. Includes the physical world, animals, plants, humans, colors, shapes, patterns, numbers, picture writing, alphabets, international signs, professional signs, brands and logos, heraldic emblems, national flags, sign languages and signals, and symbolic gestures

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Signs and symbols--History
Signs and symbols--Mythology
Signs and symbols

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