Gary R. Varner''s latest book on the symbolism of architecture released through Lulu.com.
After working with mainstream publishers for a number of years Gary R. Varner is releasing a new book on symbolism and folklore through Lulu.com. Titled Strangely Wrought Creatures of Life & Death: Ancient Symbolism in European and American Architecture, the book looks at the history and meaning of the numerous gargoyles, grotesques and symbols found on both ancient and contemporary buildings as well as in our cemeteries.
Illustrated with over 50 original photographs, the text is a fascinating examination of history and folklore and the development of religious traditions as well as architectural motifs.
Available now from Lulu.com at $12.95 it will be listed at your bookshop and from Amazon.com and other online retailers within the next few weeks at $15.95.
Varner is the author of six other books on folklore, the latest The Mythic Forest, the Green Man and the Spirit of Nature was recently released in hardcover from Algora Publishing.
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