The Moon - Hardcover
Maryam Sach's light and witty text traces the history of our approaches to the moon, from the folkloric to the scientific.It describes the planet's habits, lists moon gods and goddesses, and covers myths and superstitions, as well as the symbolism and the gender of the moon, lunar calendars, astrology, and moon magic.
Throughout time, the moon has spoken to poets, philosophers, and astrologers, and its ever-changing image has been captured by artists from all cultures and periods. Illustrated with Renaissance frescoes, Tlingit masks, Chinese architecture, nature photography, and icons of popular culture, The Moon includes Persian court poetry, Shakespearean verse, and provocative words of wisdom from Native American tradition. Elegant and evocative, this volume of lore and legend will be treasured by all readers.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherAbbeville Press
- Publication date1998
- ISBN 10 0789203413
- ISBN 13 9780789203410
- BindingHardcover
- Edition number1
- Number of pages207
- Rating
Buy New
Learn more about this copy
US$ 103.90
Shipping:
US$ 5.17
Within U.S.A.
Top Search Results from the AbeBooks Marketplace
Stock Image
THE MOON
Published by
Abbeville Press
(1998)
ISBN 10: 0789203413
ISBN 13: 9780789203410
New
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title! 1.4. Seller Inventory # Q-0789203413
Buy New
US$ 103.90
Convert currency