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1st edn. 8vo. Original gilt decorated maroon cloth (spine and upper board partly stained). Pp. 182, illus with b&w frontispiece with tissue-guard, b&w plates and illus in text (endpapers stained; previous owner's bookplate on front endpaper; no inscriptions). Seller Inventory # 173866
Title: THE JONAH LEGEND A Suggestion of ...
Publisher: Grant Richards, 1899
Binding: Hardcover
Edition: 1st Edition
Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book challenges traditional interpretations of historical and biblical narratives, particularly focusing on the story of Jonah. The author argues that many seemingly historical events, including biblical stories, may have originated from ancient ceremonies and rituals that were later misunderstood and transformed into literal accounts. By examining various myths and legends from different cultures, the author demonstrates how these stories often served as symbolic representations of natural phenomena, religious beliefs, and initiatory practices. The book explores the concept of dramatic rituals, where ceremonies involved acting out symbolic narratives, which over time, became accepted as historical truths. Delving into the significance of initiatory rites and their connection to death and rebirth symbolism, the author sheds light on the deeper meaning behind the story of Jonah and its association with ancient initiation practices. The book also examines the symbolism of the fish, the dove, and water, revealing their connection to the broader themes of transformation and spiritual journeys. Ultimately, this book invites readers to reconsider their understanding of history and mythology, suggesting that many ancient stories hold profound symbolic meanings that offer valuable insights into the beliefs and practices of past civilizations. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330327753_0
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Seller: Ria Christie Collections, Uxbridge, United Kingdom
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Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LX-9781313779982
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Seller: THE SAINT BOOKSTORE, Southport, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. New copy - Usually dispatched within 4 working days. 323. Seller Inventory # B9781313779982
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781330327753
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Seller: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LX-9781313779982
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Seller: THE SAINT BOOKSTORE, Southport, United Kingdom
Paperback / softback. Condition: New. This item is printed on demand. New copy - Usually dispatched within 5-9 working days 286. Seller Inventory # C9781021988362
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Seller: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Germany
Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - The Jonah Legend - a Suggestion of Interpretation is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1899.Hans Elektronisches Buch is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hans Elektronisches Buch newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future. Seller Inventory # 9783337972257
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Seller: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Germany
Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - The Jonah legend - A suggestion of interpretation is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1899.Hans Elektronisches Buch is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hans Elektronisches Buch newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future. Seller Inventory # 9783337153137
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Seller: preigu, Osnabrück, Germany
Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. The Jonah Legend | a Suggestion of Interpretation | William Simpson | Taschenbuch | Paperback | 204 S. | Englisch | 2020 | hansebooks | EAN 9783337972257 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: BoD - Books on Demand, In de Tarpen 42, 22848 Norderstedt, info[at]bod[dot]de | Anbieter: preigu Print on Demand. Seller Inventory # 118826489
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