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A Collection of Emblems: Ancient and Modern

A Collection of Emblems: Ancient and Modern

Wither, George

Hardcover

Art HistoryFiction AnthologiesFrench History

ISBN10: 1161406743
ISBN13: 9781161406740
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 23 2010
Pages: 298
Weight: 2.15
Height: 0.69 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
A Collection of Emblems: Ancient and Modern is a book written by George Wither. The book is a collection of emblems, which are symbolic representations of ideas or concepts. The emblems in this book are both ancient and modern, and they cover a wide range of topics, including love, morality, and politics. Each emblem is accompanied by a short poem or text that explains the meaning behind the symbolism. The book is a fascinating look at the use of symbolism in literature and art throughout history, and it provides insight into the ways in which people have used symbols to communicate complex ideas and emotions. Overall, A Collection of Emblems: Ancient and Modern is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of symbolism and its role in literature and art.1635. Found in this very old and rare book is a collection of ancient and modern alchemical and rosicrucian emblems, quickened with metrical illustrations, both moral and divine, and disposed into lotteries, that instruction and good counsel, may be furthered by an honest and pleasant recreation. Written in Old English. IllustratedThis scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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