Signs & symbols : an illustrated guide to their origins and meanings
(Book)
Contributors
Published
London ; New York : DK Pub., 2008.
Format
Book
Edition
1st American ed.
ISBN
9780756633936 (hbk.), 0756633931 (hbk.)
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Location | Call Number | Status |
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Holyoke Public Library - 4th Floor | rWBU Si26s | Library Use Only |
Williamsburg Meekins Public Library - Black Reading Room | 302.222 SIGNS | Available |
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Published
London ; New York : DK Pub., 2008.
Edition
1st American ed.
Physical Desc
352 pages : ill. (chiefly col.) ; 25 cm.
Language
English
ISBN
9780756633936 (hbk.), 0756633931 (hbk.)
Notes
General Note
"An illustrated guide to their origins and meanings"--Cover, p. 1.
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (p. 344-345) and index.
Description
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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