The Penguin Dictionary of Symbols

The Penguin Dictionary of Symbols

Summary

This is a remarkable dictionary, exploring the vast and various symbols which abound in literature, religion, national identity and are found at the very heart of our dreams and sub-conscious. Compiled by an international team of experts, each entry is given its complete range of interpretations - sexual and spiritual, official and subversive, cultural and religious - to bring meaning and insight to the symbol.

About the authors

Alain Gheerbrant

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Jean Chevalier

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John Buchanan-Brown

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