Description: Title: The Grammar of the Lotus: A new history of classic ornament a development of sun worship, with observations on the "Bronze Culture" of Prehistoric Europe, as derived from Egypt; based on the study of patternsAuthor: William H. GoodyearPublisher: Sampson Low, Marston & Co. (London)Date: 1891ISBN: N/ADescription: Victorian-era study of the lotus flower as an artistic and religious motif throughout history, beginning in ancient Egypt and diffusing throughout Asia and Europe. First edition. This copy is a re-bound ex-library hardcover and has endured wear and tear typical of such (please see Condition for details), but it still in fairly good condition for its age.Condition: Hardcover ex-library book, re-bound in green cloth with title inlaid on spine. Shelving information in pen on lower spine. Scuffs, fraying and age-related discoloration on cover and page blocks. Library stamps on top and bottom page blocks. Book repair tape along spine gutters on both inside covers, presumably for binding tear. Bookplate on inside front cover. Library stickers and card pocket on front free endpaper. Library pen marks and punch stamp on title page. Shelving information on copyright page. Library punch stamp on pages 2 and 57 of main text. Main text is clean and readable with occasional small tears on page margins. The Friends of the Springfield Library is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the work of the Springfield Library (Massachusetts). The Friends work to promote awareness of library resources, raise funds for special programming, and advocate on behalf of library interests. Your purchase directly benefits the libraries. It helps to purchase essential materials such as books, computer programs, updated technology and also helps to ensure the continuance of excellent children's programs. Thank you.
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Publication Year: 1891
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Book Title: Grammar of the Lotus: A New History of Classic Ornament
Author: William H. Goodyear
Narrative Type: Nonfiction
Features: Ex-Library, Library Binding
Publisher: Sampson Low, Marston & Co.
Genre: Art & Culture, History
Topic: Archaeology, Art History
