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The United Symbolism of America: Deciphering Hidden Meanings in America's Most Familiar Art, Architecture, and Logos | 
 enlarge | Authors: Robert Hieronimus, Laura Cortner
Publisher: New Page Books
Category: Book
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Sales Rank: 94830
Media: Paperback
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Pages: 320
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.1
Dimensions (in): 8.9 x 6 x 0.8
ISBN: 1601630018
Dewey Decimal Number: 929.9
EAN: 9781601630018
ASIN: 1601630018
Publication Date: April 1, 2008
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Book Description
The Statue of Liberty is an ancient goddess. But why are there seven rays emanating from her crown? And why was the torch switched from her left to her right hand?
Did you know that the 13 stars and stripes are not simply to honor the 13 colonies?
Or why the six-pointed stars on the original American flag were changed to five-pointed stars?
Did you know the CBS eye logo is considered by many to be the eye of the devil watching over us?
Were you aware that the Washington Monument resembles an Egyptian obelisk channeling energy?
America is young, but its symbols are old. Of the symbols and myths we chose since European colonization, the ones that have become American icons are those representing hope, positive growth, and opportunity. Many of the symbols included in The United Symbolism of America have become so familiar that most of us don't give them a second glance, let alone a second thought.
Unfortunately, our patriotic symbols today have become so commonplace that, at best, we associate them with politicians we support. At worst, some believe that all American symbols are evil and Satanic. Hundreds of corporate logos are supposedly linked to this evil conspiracy and proof of its existence. Author Robert R. Hieronimus will help you see the symbolic messages encoded for us by our Founding Fathers in the symbols they chose. Unlike other writers on this topic, Hieronimus includes the historical background and the artistic influences behind the official design of each of these landmarks. In addition, he gives an archetypal interpretation based on the numbers, colors, patterns, and themes, and their usage in societies around the world.
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Powerful Symbols, Embodiment of America May 11, 2008
America is a country founded upon principles. Principles focusing on the freedoms of every man, woman and child who proudly call themselves an American. The symbols that our founding fathers used to represent these principles are evident in almost every building, statue and even city street layouts. After reading this book, you will see how important these symbols are and how they have the ability to reach people on truly countless levels.
The author does an excellent job at discounting the Freemason ties that some conspiracy theorists like to ascribe to nearly anything that fits their agenda; as well as presenting much more believable, historically validated meanings behind these symbols.
This book is an easy read and is quite exciting!
fascinating! (and inspiring) May 10, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I was lucky enough to get an early copy via a friend. If you are interested in the U.S., history, art, culture, or politics you will find so much written here that will illuminate, inform and inspire - not just citizens of the U.S. but anyone interested in what the United States represents and symbolizes to many around the world. And, especially pertinent to these times, Dr. Hieronimus and Ms Cortner reveal how the radical new vision, hope and wisdom of our country's founders informed our most potent seals, statues, monuments and icons. There's a lot to be proud of - and a lot that we need to reclaim, or should I say, that can help us revive the best values that not just citizens of the USA know and love, but citizens of the world can be inspired by as well.
Highly Recommended and Motivating May 9, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I really enjoyed this book. Read it right through in one sitting, and am still returning to various sections. Especially enjoy the emphasis on the feminine archetype as seen in many symbols, where the land of opportunity means we will find balance between male and female in all things. Hieronimus says our symbols give hope that Americans can rise above the way things always have been. We have the choice to enjoy freedom in this country, but we also have the responsibility to protect it. Highly recommended and motivating.
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