The woman's dictionary of symbols and sacred objects

Barbara G. Walker First published 1988

About this book

"This fascinating guide to the history and mythology of woman-related symbols features: Unique organization by shape of symbol or type of sacred object; 21 diifferent sections including Round and Oval Motifs, Sacred Objects, Secular-Sacred Objects, Rituals, Deities' Signs, Supernaturals, Body Parts, Nature, Birds, Plants, Minerals, Stones and Shells, and more; Introductory essays for each section; 753 entries and 636 illustrations; Alphabetical index for easy reference"--from Publisher description.

Subjects

  • dictionnaires anglais
  • femmes
  • folklore
  • signs and symbols
  • symbolism
  • symbolisme
  • symbolism in folklore
  • women
  • women -- folklore
  • women, folklore