Elsevier's Dictionary of Symbols and Imagery by Arthur de Vries (English) Hardco

Description: Elsevier's Dictionary of Symbols and Imagery by Arthur de Vries Supplies associations which have been evoked by plants, animals, gems, objects and concepts throughout the history of Western civilization, from the hieroglyphs of ancient Egypt to the poetry of Dylan Thomas. This dictionary supplies background information from fields such as biology and mythology. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This dictionary supplies associations which have been evoked by plants, animals, gems, objects and concepts throughout the history of Western civilization, from the hieroglyphs of ancient Egypt to the poetry of Dylan Thomas. It supplies background information from fields which may not be everyones specialty, such as biology and mythology. It gives not one, but several meanings which may apply simultaneously, since indefiniteness is the mark of symbols. No fine distinction is made between symbols, allegories, metaphors, signs, types or images, since such subtle distinctions, however sensible from a scientific point of view, are useless to a person struggling with the deeper comprehension, and thus appreciation, of a particular symbol.Important general entries are listed such as archetypes, ass, binary, bull, calendar, eagle, elements, Great Goddess, Sacred King, sun, etc., which it is advisable to read first. Information was gathered from primary sources: both famous and obscure classical authors; the Bible; the medieval scholar and musician Hildegard von Bingen; but also Donne, Shakespeare and Eliot. Lists of primary and secondary literature are included.From the many notes left behind by the late Ad de Vries, his son has gathered enough new material to enlarge the original 1974 edition more than 20 per cent. Included are many new entries taken from herbals and lapidaries as well as ancient books on medicine, architecture and dreams.This dictionary is an invaluable source of reference for students of many disciplines, as well as for writers and artists. Review "Just buy it on an impulse and dont think about the price, you wont repent. Its a wonderful dictionary. I love it and I strongly recommend it to everybody. Amazon.com Long Description This dictionary supplies associations which have been evoked by plants, animals, gems, objects and concepts throughout the history of Western civilization, from the hieroglyphs of ancient Egypt to the poetry of Dylan Thomas. It supplies background information from fields which may not be everyones speciality, such as biology and mythology. It gives not one, but several meanings which may apply simultaneously, since indefiniteness is the mark of symbols. No fine distinction is made between symbols, allegories, metaphors, signs, types or images, since such subtle distinctions, however sensible from a scientific point of view, are useless to a person struggling with the deeper comprehension, and thus appreciation, of a particular symbol. Important general entries are listed such as archetypes, ass, binary, bull, calendar, eagle, elements, Great Goddess, Sacred King, sun, etc., which it is advisable to read first. Information was gathered from primary sources: both famous and obscure classical authors; the Bible; the medieval scholar and musician Hildegard von Bingen; but also Donne, Shakespeare and Eliot. Lists of primary and secondary literature are included. From the many notes left behind by the late Ad de Vries, his son has gathered enough new material to enlarge the original 1974 edition more than 20 per cent. Included are many new entries taken from herbals and lapidaries as well as ancient books on medicine, architecture and dreams. This dictionary is an invaluable source of reference for students of many disciplines, as well as for writers and artists. Review Quote "Just buy it on an impulse and dont think about the price, you wont repent. Its a wonderful dictionary. I love it and I strongly recommend it to everybody. Amazon.com Details ISBN0444513450 Author Arthur de Vries Language English Edition 2nd ISBN-10 0444513450 ISBN-13 9780444513458 Media Book Format Hardcover Year 2004 Short Title ELSEVIERS DICT OF SYMBOLS & IM Edition Description Enlarged Place of Publication Bingley Imprint Elsevier Country of Publication United States DOI 10.1604/9780444513458 AU Release Date 2004-05-08 NZ Release Date 2004-05-08 US Release Date 2004-05-08 UK Release Date 2004-05-08 Pages 628 Publisher Elsevier Health Sciences Publication Date 2004-05-08 Alternative 9789004490444 DEWEY 302.2223 Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:7454185;

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