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The Curious History of Mazes

Author : Julie E. Bounford
Publisher : Quarto Publishing Group USA
ISBN 13 : 0760363021
Total Pages : 195 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (63 download)

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Download or read book The Curious History of Mazes written by Julie E. Bounford and published by Quarto Publishing Group USA. This book was released on 2018-10-02 with total page 195 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Thread your way through this history of mazes from the ancient world to today and solve over one hundred mazes along the way. From prehistoric times, mazes and labyrinths worldwide have served as different symbolic, ritualistic, and practical purposes. Taken as a powerful metaphor for life’s journey, they can be used as tools for meditation and learning at any level, even when completed for recreation. Maze images can be enjoyed as motifs themselves, but also in their material forms—a meditation, puzzle, dance, walk, ritual, pilgrimage, or simply a day out. Drawing upon a wealth of historical and classical literature; accounts written by explorers, archaeologists, and historians; and the output of modern and contemporary world-renowned experts and enthusiasts, social historian Dr. Julie Bounford explores the evolution of mazes through time and across continents, presenting their history in a fun and engaging format while challenging readers to solve over one hundred mazes—many created exclusively for this book by illustrator and artist Trevor Bounford. Learn about: The earliest recorded examples, legends, and mazes in the ancient world Mazes used as sacred rituals and symbols that take us beyond the natural world Turf, stone, hedge, and garden mazes, and sites of communal rustic revels The modern revival, with mazes taken to forms never previously imagined Explore how mazes can improve your mental dexterity and create mindfulness, and use the gazetteer to locate historical, replica, and interesting mazes that exist around the world today.

The Curious History of the Riddle

Author : Marcel Danesi Ph.D.
Publisher : Wellfleet Press
ISBN 13 : 1577151984
Total Pages : 155 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (771 download)

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Download or read book The Curious History of the Riddle written by Marcel Danesi Ph.D. and published by Wellfleet Press. This book was released on 2020-05-05 with total page 155 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Curious History of the Riddle investigates the fascinating origin and history of the riddle, from the very first riddle (the Riddle of the Sphinx) to the twenty-first century, with riddles found in pop culture, including movies (Us), television shows (Game of Thrones) video games, and escape rooms. Riddles are ageless, timeless, and so common that we hardly ever reflect upon what they are and how they originated. Most importantly, their invention helped in the development of lateral thinking, the form of thinking that is the foundation of all kinds of discoveries, from mathematics to science and beyond. In The Curious History of the Riddle, puzzle expert Marcel Danesi delves deep into the riddle's origin and history and covers these fascinating topics: 1. The Riddle of the Sphinx: Origins, Legends, Patterns What creature walks on all fours at dawn, two at midday, and three at twilight? (answer: man) 2. The Greek Anthology and the Exeter Book: Medieval Views and Uses of Riddles This chapter looks at the spread of the riddle in recreational and educational contexts. 3. The Merry Book of Riddles: Riddles in the Renaissance By the late Renaissance, riddles were being tailored more and more to produce humorous or whimsical effects. 4. Enigmas, Charades, and Conundrums: Riddles from the 1600s to the Twentieth Century After the Renaissance, riddles had become virtually every literate European person’s favorite form of recreation, and were included as regular features of many newspapers and periodicals 5. The Twentieth Century: Riddles as Children’s Literature In the twentieth century, riddles became specialized for children, spreading throughout children’s literature and educational manuals. 6. The Twentieth and Twenty-First Centuries: Riddles Go to the Movies and Online In this chapter, the focus is on riddles in various entertainment media, from best-selling novels such as Harry Potter, to movies, such as the Batman series. 7. Connections: Riddles and Rebuses This chapter explores the structure of rebuses as visual riddles, connecting them historically. Part history book, part puzzle book, The Curious History of the Riddle is fully illustrated with over 200 riddles interspersed throughout the text for solving.

The Curious History of the Crossword

Author : Ben Tausig
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 1937994457
Total Pages : 195 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (379 download)

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Download or read book The Curious History of the Crossword written by Ben Tausig and published by . This book was released on 2013-11-27 with total page 195 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the curious history of the world's most addictive game and its unusual upbringing. Celebrating the 100-year anniversary of the beloved crossword puzzle, readers can solve over 100 different puzzles from top constructors.

Follow This Thread

Author : Henry Eliot
Publisher : Crown
ISBN 13 : 1984824457
Total Pages : 247 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (848 download)

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Download or read book Follow This Thread written by Henry Eliot and published by Crown. This book was released on 2019-03-05 with total page 247 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Beautifully designed and gorgeously illustrated, this immersive, puzzle-like exploration of the history and psychology of mazes and labyrinths evokes the spirit of Choose Your Own Adventure, the textual inventiveness of Tom Stoppard, and the philosophical spirit of Jorge Luis Borges. Labyrinths are as old as humanity, the proving grounds of heroes, the paths of pilgrims, symbols of spiritual rebirth and pleasure gardens for pure entertainment. Henry Eliot leads us on a twisting journey through the world of mazes, real and imagined, unraveling our ancient, abiding relationship with them and exploring why they continue to fascinate us, from Kafka to Kubrick to the myth of the Minotaur and a quest to solve the disappearance of the legendary Maze King. Are you ready to step inside?

Mazes and Labyrinths

Author : William Henry Matthews
Publisher : Independently Published
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 356 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (89 download)

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Download or read book Mazes and Labyrinths written by William Henry Matthews and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 1922 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mazes and Labyrinths is a look into the origin and mystery of mazes. From ancient stone carvings, Minoan palaces to today's hedge-maze, Matthews chronicles the history of the maze. With over 140 illustrations.

Maze

Author : Christopher Manson
Publisher : Macmillan
ISBN 13 : 9780805010886
Total Pages : 100 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (18 download)

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Download or read book Maze written by Christopher Manson and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 1985-11-15 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is not really a book. This is a building in the shape of a book...a maze. Each numbered page depicts a room in the maze. Tempted? Test your wits against mine. I guarantee that my maze will challenge you to think in ways you've never thought before. But beware. One wrong turn and you may never escape!

Mazes and Labyrinths

Author : William Henry Matthews
Publisher : Independently Published
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 360 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)

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Download or read book Mazes and Labyrinths written by William Henry Matthews and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 1922 with total page 360 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mazes and Labyrinths is a look into the origin and mystery of mazes. From ancient stone carvings, Minoan palaces to today's hedge-maze, Matthews chronicles the history of the maze. With over 140 illustrations.

SPARK Nature Fun Facts Mazes

Author : Tony Tallarico
Publisher : Courier Dover Publications
ISBN 13 : 048681582X
Total Pages : 67 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (868 download)

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Download or read book SPARK Nature Fun Facts Mazes written by Tony Tallarico and published by Courier Dover Publications. This book was released on 2017-08-15 with total page 67 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Follow these 46 mazes to discover the speed of the fastest animal, how many muscles you use when you smile, and dozens of other interesting and surprising facts. Solutions.

The Gardener's Maze

Author : Dot Meharry
Publisher : Learning Media Ltd
ISBN 13 : 9780790317076
Total Pages : 28 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (17 download)

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Download or read book The Gardener's Maze written by Dot Meharry and published by Learning Media Ltd. This book was released on 2006 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The gardener grows a beautiful maze garden, but can he find his way out? Suggested level: junior.

Maze Quest

Author : William Potter
Publisher : Arcturus Editions
ISBN 13 : 9781398807389
Total Pages : 64 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (73 download)

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Download or read book Maze Quest written by William Potter and published by Arcturus Editions. This book was released on 2021-10-15 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Can you solve the puzzle, save the kingdom, and complete the quest? In this ingenious, beautifully illustrated maze book, the paths you choose will decide the fate of an enchanted land. Quick, decide! Will you go right or left? Each decision you make will shape the epic journey of young adventurers Jada and Tim as they step from our world into the magical, fantastical Hinter Realms. They soon discover that the denizens of the Realms have been trapped by the evil Queen Amaza, ruling from her fiery mountain! Jada and Tim will travel through a fantasy land of mazes including different environments such as the Crystal Forest, the Sunken City and The Cosmic Pool. Help them choose the correct routes, collecting important artefacts and friends along the way, and put an end to Amaza's tyanny! A fantastic gift for children aged 6+.

Mazes and Labyrinths

Author : Matthews W. H.
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780259649885
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (498 download)

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Download or read book Mazes and Labyrinths written by Matthews W. H. and published by . This book was released on 1901 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Dinosaur Mazes

Author : Patricia J. Wynne
Publisher : Courier Corporation
ISBN 13 : 9780486271101
Total Pages : 68 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (711 download)

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Download or read book Dinosaur Mazes written by Patricia J. Wynne and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 1992-01-01 with total page 68 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Forty-six challenging mazes feature such Mesozoic monsters as the long-necked Apatosaurus, the Flying Archaeopteryx, the sea-dwelling Aspidorhynchus, as well as Iguanodon, Protoceratops, Pachycephalosaurus, and other creatures. Brief captions identify animals and explain objectives. Solutions included.

Mazes and Labyrinths a General Account of Their History and Development

Author : Matthews W H
Publisher : Hardpress Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9781318094578
Total Pages : 422 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (945 download)

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Download or read book Mazes and Labyrinths a General Account of Their History and Development written by Matthews W H and published by Hardpress Publishing. This book was released on 2016-06-23 with total page 422 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made available for future generations to enjoy.

Pierre the Maze Detective: The Curious Case of the Castle in the Sky

Author : Hiro Kamigaki
Publisher : Laurence King Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9781510230583
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (35 download)

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Download or read book Pierre the Maze Detective: The Curious Case of the Castle in the Sky written by Hiro Kamigaki and published by Laurence King Publishing. This book was released on 2024-06-06 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Travel to Canal City and the world-famous Castle in the Sky for hours of maze-puzzling fun in this intriguing activity book! The waterways and streets of Canal City are bustling with people as crowds gather on the eve of the Maze Egg carnival. But a mysterious organisation announces its plans to steal the egg and it is up to Pierre the Maze Detective, his trusty sidekick Carmen and YOU to stop the egg from falling into the wrong hands! Make your way through 15 beautifully illustrated mazes, solve puzzles and find the hidden objects that Pierre and Carmen need to solve the mystery and save the day. Join the adventure as you weave through canals on a gondola, find your way through a crowded masquerade ball and take a sunset balloon trip across the sea. Hours of puzzle fun for all maze detectives aged 8+.

Mazes and Labyrinths

Author : W. H. Matthews
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 253 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (12 download)

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Download or read book Mazes and Labyrinths written by W. H. Matthews and published by . This book was released on 1970 with total page 253 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Magical Paths

Author : Jeff Saward
Publisher : Mitchell Beazley
ISBN 13 : 9781845334222
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (342 download)

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Download or read book Magical Paths written by Jeff Saward and published by Mitchell Beazley. This book was released on 2006-07-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Wind your way through a maze or a labyrinth: two symbolic journeys, both rooted in myth and mystery. But while labyrinths are flat, circulate pathways designed for the acquisition of inner peace, mazes feature patterns of barriers that challenge, confuse, and deceive the walker. After looking at the legends and evolution of these two kinds of complex, twisting paths, Jeff Saward considers the innovative ways today's land artists and garden designers have recreated labyrinths and the new "craze" for mazes-from maize mazes and mirror mazes to wood and water mazes and simple garden turf mazes. The diverse and stunning examples come from all around the world, and this breathtakingly photographed overview captures their visual excitement and unique inspiration.

The Puzzler

Author : A.J. Jacobs
Publisher : Crown
ISBN 13 : 059313673X
Total Pages : 385 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (931 download)

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Download or read book The Puzzler written by A.J. Jacobs and published by Crown. This book was released on 2023-04-25 with total page 385 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The New York Times bestselling author of The Year of Living Biblically goes on a rollicking journey to understand the enduring power of puzzles: why we love them, what they do to our brains, and how they can improve our world. “Even though I’ve never attempted the New York Times crossword puzzle or solved the Rubik’s Cube, I couldn’t put down The Puzzler.”—Gretchen Rubin, author of The Happiness Project and Better Than Before What makes puzzles—jigsaws, mazes, riddles, sudokus—so satisfying? Be it the formation of new cerebral pathways, their close link to insight and humor, or their community-building properties, they’re among the fundamental elements that make us human. Convinced that puzzles have made him a better person, A.J. Jacobs—four-time New York Times bestselling author, master of immersion journalism, and nightly crossworder—set out to determine their myriad benefits. And maybe, in the process, solve the puzzle of our very existence. Well, almost. In The Puzzler, Jacobs meets the most zealous devotees, enters (sometimes with his family in tow) any puzzle competition that will have him, unpacks the history of the most popular puzzles, and aims to solve the most impossible head-scratchers, from a mutant Rubik’s Cube, to the hardest corn maze in America, to the most sadistic jigsaw. Chock-full of unforgettable adventures and original examples from around the world—including new work by Greg Pliska, one of America’s top puzzle-makers, and a hidden, super-challenging but solvable puzzle—The Puzzler will open readers’ eyes to the power of flexible thinking and concentration. Whether you’re puzzle obsessed or puzzle hesitant, you’ll walk away with real problem-solving strategies and pathways toward becoming a better thinker and decision maker—for these are certainly puzzling times.