Book of Donmon Teith

This informative and engaging illustrated reference provides the stories behind 1,001 signs and symbols, from ancient hieroglyphs to modern-day political and su

Describes graphic signs and symbols and their importance to communication, from picture writing by cavemen to today's use of numbers, musical notes, religious s

Explains the meaning given by diverse cultures in various eras to animals, plants, patterns, man-made objects, and abstract forms.

This wide-ranging compendium traces symbolism to its ancient roots, examining a vast variety of symbolic images.

Discusses the elements of a sign, and looks at pictograms, alphabets, calligraphy, monograms, text type, numerical signs, symbols, and trademarks.