Presenting more than 50 Celtic symbols, this magical volume illuminates Celtic wisdom, bringing the essence of Celtic beliefs into everyday living. Illustrated with beautiful artefacts and enchanting artworks by Emma Garner.
This informative and engaging illustrated reference provides the stories behind 1,001 signs and symbols, from ancient hieroglyphs to modern-day political and subculture symbols. What in the world does Ω mean? And what about its meaning might have led my coffee date to tattoo it on his entire forearm? Where did the symbol ∞ originate, and what was its first meaning? How did the ampersand symbol & come about and how was it applied daily in book publishing? And what is the full story behind that staring eye on top of the pyramid on our American dollar bill? This comprehensive guide to signs and symbols explains. Find within: More than 1,000 illustrations An extensive collection of written and cultural symbols, including animals, instruments, stones, shapes, numbers, colors, plants, food, parts of the body, religious and astrological symbols, emojis, and gestures Historical facts culled from a wide variety of sources Learn all about the signs and symbols that surround us and their part in our rich world history.
These two volumes offer an unprecedented collection of flags, seals, and symbols used every day around the world. In today's global society it is necessary to recognize and identify not only our own symbols, but symbols from nations and territories far removed from home. Empowering readers to identify symbols in daily use all over the world, The Complete Guide to National Symbols and Emblems features an extensive collection of international symbols and cultural emblems never before compiled in such a concise and easy-to-use work. It is inclusive of all the UN member states and some of the most prominent stateless nations. This refreshing alternative to other commonly used sites blends both the political and cultural, including not only flags, national seals, and national anthems, but also foods and recipes, national heroes, sports teams, festivals, and pivotal events that figure in the formation of national identity. This versatile source will prove valuable to a wide audience, benefiting not only high school and undergraduate student researchers, but international businesses, journalists, and government offices.
A gorgeous colouring book featuring over 50 pages of texts, original black line illustrations and Celtic knot ornaments designed for adults and children alike and inspired by Irish Celtic mythology. This Celtic Colouring book with a difference will carry you back to ancient times and help you discover - or rediscover- some of the most famous protagonists, may they be gods, heroes or creatures of Irish mythology. In the first 2 parts of the book, "Gods & Heroes" and "Fairy Creatures", a full page of intricate unique black line illustration will mesmerize you while the facing, richly ornamented explanation page will get you a little bit more familiar with the story behind the character. In the third part of the book, "Animal Symbolism", you will find one page per animal to both colour in complex knotwork animal designs and read about their symbolism. In the last part of the book you will find a test page to try your pens or pencils safely. Note: Createspace paper (the printing paper chosen by Amazon) is rather thin. If paper thickness is important to you, please contact me directly for an artist edition or a digital printable edition of this book. If you go for the cheaper Amazon version, I recommend using colour pencils rather than markers. Use the blank test page at the end of the book for you to try your pencils safely. Join the group : Sign up for the Facebook group "Celtic Coloring Club - Fans of Aurelie S" and share your colorful pages with other fans! Enjoy your Celtic colouring adventure!
This is a volume 3 of the textbook series used in conjunction with the Ankahr Muse apprenticeship training program for Mystic Practitioners. It includes a full color chart of symbols, glyphs, flags, and ancient geometric forms used in the meditative portion of the training program.
This international edited book collection of ten original contributions from established and emerging scholars explores aspects of Ireland’s place in the world since the 1780s. It imaginatively blends comparative, transnational, and personal perspectives to examine migration in a range of diverse geographical locations including Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Australia, New Zealand, the United States, Canada, Argentina, Jamaica, and the British Empire more broadly. Deploying diverse sources including letters, interviews, press reports, convict records, and social media, contributors canvas important themes such as slavery, convicts, policing, landlordism, print culture, loyalism, nationalism, sectarianism, politics, and electronic media. A range of perspectives including Catholic and Protestant, men and women, convicts and settlers are included, and the volume is accompanied by a range of striking images.