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Mazes And Labyrinths: Their History And Development,New
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Ever Since Herodotus Stood In Awe Before The Great Labyrinth Of Egypt And Its 3,000 Rooms, Men Have Been Fascinated By Labyrinthine Puzzles, Constructions, And Mazes. This Book Explores The Subject In Full, With A Complete Illustrated Account Of Labyrinths And Mazes Of All Kinds, From Earliest Times To The Present.There Are Labyrinths That Consist Entirely Of Rooms And Columns, Like The Egyptian Labyrinth Itself. There Are The Labyrinths Of Ancient History And Of Myth, Such As The Celebrated Cretan Maze In Which Theseus Slew The Minotaur. There Are Labyrinths Constructed Of Caverns, Those Built To Protect Tombs, And Those Designed To Guard Treasures. Labyrinthine Patterns Have Been Used In Gardens (Such As The Famous Hampton Court Maze), Embossed On Coins, Employed As Emblems Of Royalty, Made To Represent Allegories, Built Of Stones, Embedded Into The Pavements Of Early Churches, And Made Into Toys. We Learn About All Of Them All That Is Known, For Mystery Seems An Inescapable Part Of The Story Of The Labyrinth.With Devoted Scholarship And A Nice Appreciation For What He Terms The Lure Of The Labyrinth, The Author Takes Us Through Accounts Of The Ancient Mazes, The Meanders Of Greek And Roman Times, Theories On The Meaning Of Church Labyrinths, The Mizmaze, Turf Mazes And Their Origins, The Floral Labyrinth, The Hedge Maze, Examples In Stones And Carved On Rocks, Links Between Labyrinths And Magic, Maze Etymology, Hints On Maze Design And Principles Of Solution, The Labyrinth In Literature, The Labyrinth In Strange Places, Mirror Mazes, And Even A Verbal Labyrinth. All Important Or Exceptional Examples Are Illustrated.This Is A Book For Anyone Who Is Intrigued By Puzzles Or Beguiled By Mysteries, A Book For The Historian, The Mathematician, The Student, The Lover Of The Classic, And All Those Who Enjoy Reading The Product Of A Cultivated Mind Dwelling On A Subject That Touches Much Of Our Cultural And Artistic Heritage.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Mazes and Labyrinths: Their History and Development'? A: The book explores the history and development of labyrinths and mazes, detailing their various forms and cultural significance from ancient times to the present.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by W. H. Matthews.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 336 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Mazes and Labyrinths' first published? A: The book was first published on November 2, 1970.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone interested in puzzles? A: Yes, this book is ideal for anyone intrigued by puzzles and mysteries, as it delves into the various types and historical contexts of labyrinths and mazes.
- Q: What kind of illustrations can I expect in this book? A: The book includes complete illustrated accounts of labyrinths and mazes, showcasing important or exceptional examples throughout history.
- Q: Does the book discuss the origins of different types of mazes? A: Yes, the book covers various types of mazes, including turf mazes and their origins, as well as labyrinths in gardens and churches.
- Q: Is the book appropriate for academic study? A: Yes, the book is well-researched and suitable for historians, mathematicians, and students interested in cultural and artistic heritage.
- Q: Are there any notable labyrinths mentioned in the book? A: Yes, it discusses famous labyrinths such as the Great Labyrinth of Egypt and the Cretan maze associated with the myth of Theseus and the Minotaur.