The Mystery of Numbers
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.38 (574 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0195063031 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 336 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-11-30 |
| Language | : | German |
DESCRIPTION:
A highly respected scholar of Islamic culture, Annemarie Schimmel draws on her vast knowledge to paint a rich, cross-cultural portrait of the many meanings of numbers. Engaging and accessible, her account uncovers the roots of a phenomenon we all feel every Friday the thirteenth.. But in this fascinating book, Annemarie Schimmel shows that numbers have been filled with mystery and meaning since the earliest times, and across every society. But the heart of the book is an engrossing guide to the symbolism of numbers. Why is the number seven lucky--even holy--in almost every culture? Why do we speak of the four corners of the earth? Why do cats have nine lives (except in Iran, where they have seven)? From literature to folklore to private superstitions, numbers play a conspicuous role in our daily liv
Each of these chapters is fascinating and includes much detail taken from religion, mythology, daily life, and scientific observation. From School Library Journal YA-- This is not a math book, but rather a journey through time and cultures that focuses on the place of numbers in various human systems. The author continues with a detailed description of the various meanings and symbolism associated with each individual number up to 40, and then includes assorted descriptions from 42-10,000. Woodcock, Potomac Library, Woodbridge, VACopyright 1993 Reed Business Information, Inc. . She covers everything from the origins of our Arabic
About the Author:Annemarie Schimmel is Professor of Indo-Muslim Culture at Harvard University. A widely-respected scholar of the Near East, she has written numerous books on Islamic literature, religion, and culture.
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