A Century Of Emblems (1878)

By G.S. Cautley

Book Overview

A Century of Emblems is a book written by George Spencer Cautley and published in 1878. The book is a collection of emblems, which are symbolic representations of various concepts and ideas. These emblems were popular in Europe during the 16th and 17th centuries and were used in literature, art, and other forms of expression.The book contains 100 emblems, each accompanied by a short description and interpretation. The emblems cover a wide range of topics, including love, death, religion, politics, and nature. The illustrations are detailed and intricate, with each emblem containing multiple elements that contribute to its overall meaning.The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides an introduction to emblems and their history, as well as an overview of the symbolism used in the emblems. The second part contains the 100 emblems, arranged in chronological order.A Century of Emblems is an important work in the history of emblem literature and provides valuable insight into the symbolism and cultural context of the time period in which it was written. It is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of art, literature, or symbolism.Illustrations Also By A. Compton, R. Barnes, J. D. Cooper, And The Author.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164518909
• ISBN13: 9781164518907
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 156 Pages
• Weight: 0.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"