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Manual Descriptive Of A Collection Of Talismans Engraved On Stones And Metals Of Various Countries And Epochs (1889)

Manual Descriptive Of A Collection Of Talismans Engraved On Stones And Metals Of Various Countries And Epochs (1889)

Maxwell Sommerville

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
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Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781120641168
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The book titled ''Manual Descriptive Of A Collection Of Talismans Engraved On Stones And Metals Of Various Countries And Epochs'' was written by Maxwell Sommerville in the year 1889. The book provides a detailed account of a collection of talismans that have been engraved on stones and metals from different countries and time periods. The author has described each talisman in detail, including its origin, history, and significance. The book contains illustrations of each talisman, along with its description. The author has also provided an analysis of the symbolism and meaning behind each talisman. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of talismans and their significance in different cultures. It is a comprehensive guide that provides a wealth of information on the subject and is a must-read for all those interested in the mystical world of talismans.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.

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