A beloved classic, The Book of Symbols brings together short essays on individual symbols with representative illustrations from all continents and eras. Written by authors from the fields of psychology, religion, art, literature, and comparative mythology, these essays intertwine image and story to reflect unexpected, enduring meaning.
The unique interplay of the highly accessible texts with the over 800 color illustrations reveals numerous hidden layers of interpretation. Each of the nearly 350 essays examines the spiritual background of the respective symbol alongside the etymological roots, the interplay of opposites, and cultural variations.
