An exploration of the signs and symbols of a wealth of global cultures, from ancient times to the present day, bringing together some of the world’s most potent sacred images
This bumper book of Thames & Hudson’s successful Sacred Symbols series brings together some of the world’s most potent sacred images under three categories – peoples, religions and mysteries.
Through an incredibly rich array of fascinating images drawn from ritual, myth and the natural world, Sacred Symbols reveals the quintessence of a multiplicity of beliefs and experiences. It is the perfect introduction to the timeless wisdoms of humankind.
Format: PLC (no jacket)
Size: 17.8 x 16.1 cm
Extent: 792 pp
Illustrations: 770
Publication date: 23 February 2009
ISBN: 9780500514559