TY  - BOOK
AU  - Hennessy, K.
TI  - Signs and Symbols: An illustrated guide to their origins and meanings
SN  - 9780756633936
U1  - 302.222 
PY  - 2008///
CY  - London
PB  - Jonathan Metcalf
KW  - Symbols
KW  - Signs and Symbols
N1  - "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
N2  - 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
ER  -