Signs and Symbols: An illustrated guide to their origins and meanings

By:

Hennessy, K

Publication details: London Jonathan Metcalf 2008Edition: 2ndDescription: 352pISBN:

9780756633936
9780241387047

Subject(s):

DDC classification:

302.222 HES

Contents:

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

Summary: 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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Item type	Current library	Call number	Copy number	Status	Date due	Barcode
Books	FBA Seminar Library, USTC On Display		1	Available		14405
Books	FBA Seminar Library, USTC Academic book shelf 15	302.222 HES	2	Available		14406

"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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