Book description
In this comprehensive study of the mythical unicorn, Brown explores the origins and evolution of this beloved creature in folklore, art, and literature. He offers a nuanced reading of the unicorn as a symbol of purity, spiritual power, and transformation, as well as a reflection of the human imagination.
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1 author picked The Unicorn as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
Brown is the first to explore the myths of the unicorn, looking as far back as ancient Sumer. He tries hard to show the relationship of these myths to each other across cultures and the centuries. The illustrations are marvelous.
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