Saints, Signs And Symbols (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258004385)

Saints, Signs and Symbols by W. Ellwood Post is a comprehensive guide to the symbols and signs commonly found in Christian art and iconography. The book explores the meanings behind the symbols and how they have been used throughout history to convey religious ideas and concepts. It covers a wide range of topics, including the symbolism of colors, animals, plants, and objects, as well as the significance of saints and their attributes. The book is written in an accessible style and is illustrated with over 400 images, making it an essential reference for anyone interested in Christian art and symbolism. Whether you're an art historian, a religious scholar, or simply someone who appreciates the beauty of religious art, Saints, Signs and Symbols is an engaging and informative read.This 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.

Author: W. Ellwood Post
ISBN-10: 1258004380
ISBN-13: 9781258004385
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 04/25/2011
Pages: 82
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.65lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.31d