Signs & symbols

Author

Kim Dennis-Bryan

Call Number

• 302.2223 S5788 (CEN)

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Publication Information

London ; New York : DK Pub., 2008.

Physical Description

352 p. : ill. (chiefly col.) ; 25 cm.

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.

Notes

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

Contents

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