Purce, Jill
The Mystic Spiral: Journey of the Soul (Art & Imagination)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780500810057
- author:
- Purce, Jill
- format:
- Perfect Paperback
- publisher:
- Thames and Hudson Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1974
- Pages:
- 128
- Dimensions:
- 27.84 x 20.27 x 0.99 centimetres
- Genre:
- Mind, body, spirit: mysticism & self-awareness
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Mystic Spiral Journey of the Soul by Jill Purce is an exploration of the symbolic significance of spirals in various cultures and traditions. This book delves into the cosmic meaning behind these whorls, tracing their connections from ancient art to modern spirituality. Through a wealth of images and insightful analysis, Purce reveals how spirals have been used as objects of contemplation, representing the inward and outward movements of the human experience. From the double spirals of Stone Age art to the Islamic arabesque, each symbol is examined in detail, shedding light on their role in Eastern and Western spirituality. This book is part of the Art and Imagination series, which brings together a wealth of knowledge and accessible writing on various subjects, including myth, magic, alchemy, and astrology.
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