The united symbolism of America : deciphering hidden meanings in America's most familiar art, architecture, and logos
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Franklin Lakes, NJ : New Page Books, [2008].
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9781601630018, 1601630018
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The Statue of Liberty is an ancient goddess. But why are there seven rays emanating from her crown? And why was the torch switched from her left to her right hand? Did you know that the 13 stars and stripes are not simply to honor the 13 colonies? Or why the six-pointed stars on the original American flag were changed to five-pointed stars? Did you know the CBS eye logo is considered by many to be the eye of the devil watching over us? Were you aware that the Washington Monument resembles an Egyptian obelisk channeling energy? America is young, but its symbols are old. Of the symbols and myths we chose since European colonization, the ones that have become American icons are those representing hope, positive growth, and opportunity. Many of the symbols included in The United Symbolism of America have become so familiar that most of us don't give them a second glance, let alone a second thought. Unfortunately, our patriotic symbols today have become so commonplace that, at best, we associate them with politicians we support. At worst, some believe that all American symbols are evil and Satanic. Hundreds of corporate logos are supposedly linked to this evil conspiracy and proof of its existence. Author Robert R. Hieronimus will help you see the symbolic messages encoded for us by our Founding Fathers in the symbols they chose. Unlike other writers on this topic, Hieronimus includes the historical background and the artistic influences behind the official design of each of these landmarks. In addition, he gives an archetypal interpretation based on the numbers, colors, patterns, and themes, and their usage in societies around the world.

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Published
Franklin Lakes, NJ : New Page Books, [2008].
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Book
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314 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm
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English
ISBN
9781601630018, 1601630018

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Includes bibliographical references (pages 285-302) and index.

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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)

Hieronimus, R., & Cortner, L. (2008). The united symbolism of America: deciphering hidden meanings in America's most familiar art, architecture, and logos . New Page Books.

Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Hieronimus, Robert and Laura. Cortner. 2008. The United Symbolism of America: Deciphering Hidden Meanings in America's Most Familiar Art, Architecture, and Logos. Franklin Lakes, NJ: New Page Books.

Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Hieronimus, Robert and Laura. Cortner. The United Symbolism of America: Deciphering Hidden Meanings in America's Most Familiar Art, Architecture, and Logos Franklin Lakes, NJ: New Page Books, 2008.

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Hieronimus, R. and Cortner, L. (2008). The united symbolism of america: deciphering hidden meanings in america's most familiar art, architecture, and logos. Franklin Lakes, NJ: New Page Books.

MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)

Hieronimus, Robert., and Laura Cortner. The United Symbolism of America: Deciphering Hidden Meanings in America's Most Familiar Art, Architecture, and Logos New Page Books, 2008.

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