The Secret Language of Symbols: A Visual Key to Symbols and Their Meanings

About this book

In this highly readable and vividly illustrated book best-selling author David Fontana traces the origins of hundreds of symbols and symbol systems that have impacted human culture art history literature and even dreams. From chakras and the I Ching to the tarot and the zodiac from mythical beasts to magical numbers these are the symbols that shape consciousness. Visual artists students and soul searchers of every stripe will want to deepen their knowledge of these intriguing icons. Now in a compact and handy size its more practical than ever for both reference and inspiration.