Dictionary of Symbolism: Cultural Icons and the Meanings Behind Them (Hardcover)

Biedermann, Hans

ISBN 10: 0816025932 / ISBN 13: 9780816025930

Published by Facts on File, 1992

About this Item

Dive into the intriguing realm of symbolism with Hans Biedermann's 'Dictionary of Symbolism: Cultural Icons and the Meanings Behind Them,' a comprehensive and thought-provoking hardcover treasure published by Facts on File. Whether you're a student of art, literature, psychology, or simply a curious mind, this expansive book serves as an essential resource for understanding the hidden meanings that imbue cultural icons from around the world. With 465 detailed pages, this dictionary not only enriches your knowledge but also enhances your insights into the symbols permeating our daily lives and historical artifacts.First released on September 1, 1992, this book stands as a seminal work in the field of symbolism studies. Crafted by the renowned author Hans Biedermann, it brings scholarly research directly to your fingertips, presented in a durable and collectible hardcover format. Through a blend of precise definitions, rich historical context, and vivid illustrations (which you can see on the main image here: [https://condor3749.startdedicated.com/product_images/hb-nonfic-promo-book-ref-L1-14.jpg](https://condor3749.startdedicated.com/product_images/hb-nonfic-promo-book-ref-L1-14.jpg)), this dictionary not only serves academic and professional needs but also caters to anyone intrigued by the deeper meanings that shape our cultural landscape. With Facts on File as both the publisher and manufacturer, you are guaranteed a high-quality edition that makes a valuable addition to any library.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Dictionary of Symbolism: Cultural Icons and the Meanings Behind Them (Hardcover)
• Publisher: Facts on File
• Publication Date: 1992
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0816025932
• ISBN 13: 9780816025930
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: New
• Weight: 32 ounces

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Synopsis

Explains the meanings for more than two thousand symbols from mythology, fairy tales, religion, literature, history, and archaeology

Reviews

This reference work defines symbols not only as visual icons (including shapes, color, and geometric designs) but also as biblical, classical, and mythological figures; botanics; minerals; and animals (real and mythical) as they relate to literature, dreams, art, and so forth. The choice of the over 2000 cross-referenced terms included here was necessarily subjective, for almost anything in the universe can be construed as having an emblematic meaning. Prehistorical to modern periods are covered and, although there is a Western emphasis, the author attempts to place symbols in appropriate cultural contexts. This work, which consolidates much arcane information, is valuable for its elucidation of both the esoteric and commonplace. Generally recommended, although there is no need to duplicate if a collection has sufficient works of this nature. A similar title, Carl G. Liungman's Dictionary of Symbols , was chosen as one of LJ 's best reference books of 1991.--Ed.
- Janice Braun, Oakland, Cal.
Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc.