Every symbol carries an elemental power that transcends boundaries and holds significance for many cultures. This beautiful, comprehensive book describes, discusses and illustrates thousands of these fascinating visual elements and assesses their relevance in language, art, literature, mythology, magic, religion and psychology. It also makes us more aware of the way signs and symbols are a subconscious language that we are at times unaware of when used by advertising and art, or even in our own doodlings or body language. The same fluidity that can be found I n the interpretation of signs and symbols can also be seen in the interpretation of dreams. Each dream has a particular significance for the dreamer, and similar content will have a totally different meaning depending on who is dreaming the dream. In the second part of this book, how we dream and show we interpret dreams is analyzed as a way of accessing our subconscious fears, desires and preoccupations. This unparalleled volume gives a wealth of information and cultural background to the primal metaphors that are part of humanitys universal, but ultimately personal, language, and begins a voyage of discovery into the importance of symbolism and dreams. Lavishly illustrated with over 2000 specially commissioned illustrations, fine art paintings and evocative photography, this book contains a vast visual resource of inspirational imagery as well as erudite and informative text. Book jacket.
This practical book clearly outlines all that is required to practise white magic. Here you can learn how use creative visualisation to meet your guardian angel or create a sphere of protection using incense and sacred herbs, how to call on the powers of the four seasons, spirit guardians and cosmic forces to add power and influence to magical work. Magic rituals are pictured in progress step-by-step. The book gives help and advice on the magical tools that are needed for the practice of modern white magic, including robes, symbols of the four elements, candles, incense, herbs and spices, the correspondences of plants, flowers and trees.
This highly accessible and user-friendly handbook is perfect for busy people who want to alleviate the symptoms of a cold using easily administered natural treatments. It contains 50 clearly numbered quick-fix tips divided into seven sections.
This informative guide provides 50 practical ways to deal with the classic symptoms of a hangover, including nausea, headache, dehydration and exhaustion.
An intrpductory guide to this complex subject, this book shows you how to work out what your basic body type is and what foods you should eat for your type that will improve your general health.
The visual vocabulary and secret language that shape our thoughts and dreams and dictate our reactions to the world, with more than 2200 vivid images Many symbols carry an elemental power that transcends boundaries and holds significance for other cultures. This comprehensive and beautiful book discusses and illustrates thousands of these symbols and assesses their position in language, art, literature, mythology, magic, religion and psychology. In the second half of the book, how we dream and how we interpret dreams is analysed as a way of accessing our subconscious fears, desires and preoccupations. The erudite text provides a wealth of cultural background to primal metaphors that are part of mankind's universal language. The book is both a journey of discovery into the importance of symbolism and dreaming and a vast visual resource of signs and symbols.
A visual guide to the history and practice of magic through the ages--its origins, ancient traditions, language, learning, ways and rituals, and great practitioners. Illustrated with over 960 illustrations, inspirational fine art, images from nature, and step-by-step photographs to help enhance your magical abilities and natural powers. Contains practical instructions for over 60 spells, charms and invocations, giving advice on dowsing, runes, auras and scrying."--Cover.
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