Isbn: 9780486226149 - mazes and labyrinths: their history and development (dover brain games & puzzles) (42 Ergebnisse)

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Zustand: Good. 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.…

Soft cover. Zustand: Very Good. Trade Paperback with only minor reading wear; x-owner stamp on front endpaper, otherwise book is clean, unmarked. In stock. Ships from MN, USA.

Soft cover. Zustand: Very Good. Trade Paperback with only minor reading wear; book is clean, unmarked. In stock. Ships from MN, USA.

Zustand: Good. 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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paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Paperback in very good condition. All inside pages are in great shape. Minor shelf wear to the turqoise cover and spine.

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Softcover. Zustand: Fine. Fine copy. Probably never read. Clean and bright throughout with only the faintest signs of handling.

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Soft cover. Zustand: Good. Description: An extensive illustrated history of mazes and labyrinths from antiquity through the early 20th century. W. H. Matthews examines the Egyptian labyrinth, the Cretan maze and Minotaur legend, Roman and medieval examples, church labyrinths, turf mazes, garden and hedge mazes, architectural puzzles, mirror mazes, literary labyrinths, and the symbolism and mathematics underlying maze design. Illustrated with 151 photographs, diagrams, plans, and historical images. This 1970 Dover edition is an unabridged and unaltered republication of the original 1922 London edition, with bibliographic appendix and index. xviii, 254 pages plus illustrations and supplementary matter; 336 pages in total. Detailed Condition: Good condition. Illustrated wrappers show rubbing, surface wear, edge wear, small abrasions, and creasing, particularly along the spine and corners. Spine remains readable and binding is sound. Page edges show mild age toning and handling wear. Interior appears clean and complete, with no ownership inscriptions or extensive annotation observed. A solid reading and reference copy. Shipping and Returns: Carefully packed and shipped by KC Midwest Books. Domestic shipping by USPS Media Mail unless otherwise requested. International shipping available at cost. Returns accepted in accordance with AbeBooks policies. SCI 4b.…

Paperback. Zustand: new. Paperback. 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. History, explanation, mythical use, religious aspects, surviving specimens, modern puzzles, design of mazes, principles of solution. Richly informative. 151 illustrations. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Zustand: New.

Merchandise. Zustand: New.

Paper Back. Zustand: New.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Soft cover. Zustand: Fair. 336pp paperback, illustrated, covers scuffed, crease to spine.

Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. later printing used edition. 336 pages. 8.50x5.50x0.75 inches. In Stock.

Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. later printing used edition. 336 pages. 8.50x5.50x0.75 inches. In Stock.

Zustand: New. Series: Dover Children's Activity Books. Num Pages: 254 pages, 151 illustrations. BIC Classification: AM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 138 x 16. Weight in Grams: 364. . 2011. paperback. . . . .

Paperback. Zustand: New. Special order direct from the distributor.

Zustand: New. Series: Dover Children's Activity Books. Num Pages: 254 pages, 151 illustrations. BIC Classification: AM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 138 x 16. Weight in Grams: 364. . 2011. paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.