African Symbols
African Symbols

Author: Heike Owusu

Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 324

ISBN-13: 9781402746222

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From masks to the symbolic script of the Ashanti, symbols play an important role in all aspects of African life. These sacred items come in a breathtaking array of styles, and here, divided into six areas of cultural similarity, are some of the most beautiful, along with explanations of their meanings. Demons, for most Africans, are responsible for justice and retribution: the superb demon mask shown depicts Kponingo, who belongs to the mythical world of the Senufo in the Ivory Coast. A calabash with the beak of a hornbill, adorned with cowrie shells and made by medicine men, is a typical instrument of witchcraft. Other fascinating symbols include sculptures, cave paintings, status symbols, and art for everyday use.

Adinkra Alphabet, Fourth Edition
Adinkra Alphabet, Fourth Edition

Author: Charles Korankye

Publisher: Adinkra Alphabet LLC

Published: 2021-05-28

Total Pages: 303

ISBN-13: 1947478060

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Learn the deeper meanings of Adinkra symbols and learn to read and write with Adinkra Alphabet

Adinkra Symbols
Adinkra Symbols

Author: Edward Afrifa Manu

Publisher:

Published: 2021-06-22

Total Pages: 108

ISBN-13:

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This book contains FIFTY (50) decorated ADINKRA (AFRICAN) SYMBOLS with their names and their meanings for your education and coloring relaxation. As you trace and color these symbols, you also gain skills and confidence in drawing and idea development processes. Symbols were the means of communication in the early stages of man's existence. Some of these symbols are still relevant and useful in our lives today. Some of such symbols have been captured in this book for your fun and education.

The Forest of Symbols
The Forest of Symbols

Author: Victor Witter Turner

Publisher: Cornell University Press

Published: 1967

Total Pages: 436

ISBN-13: 9780801491016

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Collection of 10 articles previously published on various aspects of ritual symbolism among the Ndembu of Zambia; p.83-4; brief mention of C.P. Mountford on Aboriginal colour symbolism; Primarly for use in cultural comparison.

Signs & Symbols
Signs & Symbols

Author: Maude Wahlman

Publisher: Tinwood Books

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 148

ISBN-13: 9780965376617

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Quilt expert Wahlman introduces readers to a powerful force in African-American quilts: their African-derived meanings, patterns, and iconography. She explores the religious, ritual, philosophical, and aesthetic beliefs that have been retained by descendants of Africans in the New World and demonstrates how these beliefs are represented in their textiles. 150 illustrations.

Nana Akua Goes to School
Nana Akua Goes to School

Author: Tricia Elam Walker

Publisher: Anne Schwartz Books

Published: 2020-06-16

Total Pages: 41

ISBN-13: 0525581138

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Winner of the 2021 Ezra Jack Keats New Writer Award! In this moving story that celebrates cultural diversity, a shy girl brings her West African grandmother--whose face bears traditional tribal markings--to meet her classmates. This is a perfect read for back to school! It is Grandparents Day at Zura's elementary school, and the students are excited to introduce their grandparents and share what makes them special. Aleja's grandfather is a fisherman. Bisou's grandmother is a dentist. But Zura's Nana, who is her favorite person in the world, looks a little different from other grandmas. Nana Akua was raised in Ghana, and, following an old West African tradition, has tribal markings on her face. Worried that her classmates will be scared of Nana--or worse, make fun of her--Zura is hesitant to bring her to school. Nana Akua knows what to do, though. With a quilt of traditional African symbols and a bit of face paint, Nana Akua is able to explain what makes her special, and to make all of Zura's classmates feel special, too.

Symbols of Ancient Africa Not Illuminati Symbols
Symbols of Ancient Africa Not Illuminati Symbols

Author: MR Antonio Jackson

Publisher:

Published: 2014-09-06

Total Pages: 92

ISBN-13: 9781501088322

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Know and understand who are the "Powers that BE" and why they must take control of the world and the people who made it Heaven on Earth. Learn about the Ancient Symbols of Africa that represent Truth, Righteousness, Order, Harmony, Balance, Justice and Reciprocity. YOU WILL REMEMBER!!

Pieced Symbols
Pieced Symbols

Author: Myrah Brown Green

Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 148

ISBN-13: 9781600594243

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Part global quilting travelogue, part cultural history, this guide gives quilters what they need to create a variety of foundation piece quilt blocks featuring symbols from across the world. It features designs range from the Asian om and Australian rainbow spirit to the American Indian turtle and African ankh.