Ellcock, Stephen

The Cosmic Dance: Finding patterns and pathways in a chaotic universe

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ISBN 13:
9780500252536
author:
Ellcock, Stephen
format:
Hardback
publisher:
Thames & Hudson Ltd
language:
English
Publication Year:
2022
Pages:
256
Dimensions:
23 x 16.5 centimetres (0.37 kg)
Genre:
Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Popular Culture,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£19.97

Description

The Cosmic Dance is a visual journey that explores the relationships and harmonies between all parts of the universe, inviting personal contemplation on our place within it. Renowned image alchemist Stephen Ellcock presents a global collection of remarkable images drawn from the history of art, revealing the ancient belief that the cosmos is reflected in all living things. The book takes the reader on a thematic journey, beginning with the microscopic, the human body as a cosmos in miniature, and finally, the celestial and infinite. Expert commentaries introduce each section, while detailed captions provide bite-sized information on key concepts. Thought-provoking quotations and poems are interspersed throughout the artworks, prompting a closer, more personal engagement with the images. This stunning treasury of artworks offers a deeper contemplation of the world around us, inviting readers to see the world in a new light. With its unique blend of art, philosophy, and spirituality, The Cosmic Dance is a perfect guide for anyone seeking to explore the connections between the universe and our place within it.

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