{"product_id":"thoughtsignsymbol-crosscultural-representations-of-religion-9783631844977","title":"Thought-Sign-Symbol: Cross-Cultural Representations of Religion","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eThis unique volume explores religion and spirituality from a semiotic perspective, covering cognitive and social dimensions, various aspects of spirituality, representation, and belief systems. It is a result of the Signum-Idea-Verbum-Opus project initiated by Umberto Ecos. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 470 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 31 October 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Peter Lang AG\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis captivating volume delves into the profound realms of religion and spirituality, exploring their intricate tapestry through a semiotic lens. It encompasses a wide range of topics, including rituals, practices, and symbols, and offers a comprehensive analysis of these elements. By examining both the cognitive and social dimensions of religious practices and beliefs, the book sheds light on the diverse aspects of spirituality and its multifaceted expressions. It also delves into the various forms of representation employed in religious contexts, showcasing the rich diversity of cultural and historical interpretations. Moreover, the volume encompasses a broad spectrum of religious beliefs and practices, spanning different world religions and cultural traditions. This comprehensive exploration is the result of the ambitious Signum-Idea-Verbum-Opus project, initiated by the esteemed Umberto Ecos during his visit to the University of Łódź in 2015. For those seeking deeper theoretical insights and further explorations into the contemporary semiosphere, two companion volumes published by Peter Lang, namely Current Perspectives in Semiotics: Signs, Signification, and Communication and Current Perspectives in Semiotics: Texts, Genres, and Representations, provide valuable resources. These books offer insightful perspectives and cutting-edge research on semiotics, helping readers to understand the complex interplay between signs, signification, and communication in various cultural and social contexts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 696g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 155 x 221 x 31 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9783631844977\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEdition number\u003c\/strong\u003e: New ed\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shulph Ink","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44280911593722,"sku":"9783631844977","price":33.92,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1685714311694_book.jpg?v=1686818115","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/thoughtsignsymbol-crosscultural-representations-of-religion-9783631844977","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}