The Encircled Serpent a Study of Serpent Symbolism in All Countries and Ages

The Encircled Serpent is a comprehensive study of the symbolism of serpents in various cultures and throughout history, written by M. Oldfield Howey. The book explores the significance of serpents in different religions, mythologies, and folklore from all around the world, including ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome, India, China, and America. The author delves into the various interpretations and meanings of the serpent symbol, from its association with evil and temptation to its representation of wisdom, healing, and transformation. The book also examines the different forms and depictions of serpents in art, literature, and popular culture, and how they have evolved over time. With its extensive research and insightful analysis, The Encircled Serpent is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the symbolism of serpents and its cultural significance.1900. An illuminating account of the most widespread, comprehensive, persistent, and oldest of all Symbols ever conceived by man. A classic in the field, The Encircled Serpent, offers, in readable and accessible form, esoteric information unobtainable elsewhere. A must read for students and research workers in all fields, particularly the Occult, Psychiatry, Symbolism, Folklore, Religion and History, and for the general reader. See other works available by this author from Kessinger Publishing.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.

Author: M. Oldfield Howey
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: 03/01/2005
Pages: 424
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.74lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.06d
ISBN: 9781432619961

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