The complete guide to national symbols and emblems / James Minahan.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Minahan, James.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Emblems, National--Encyclopedias.

Emblems, National.

National characteristics--Encyclopedias.

National characteristics.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (2 v. (xxi, 977 p.) ) col. ill. ;

Distribution:

London : Bloomsbury Publishing, 2024

Place of Publication:

Santa Barbara, Calif. : Greenwood Press, c2009.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

These two volumes offer an unprecedented collection of flags, seals, and symbols used every day around the world. In today's global society it is necessary to recognize and identify not only our own symbols, but symbols from nations and territories far removed from home. Empowering readers to identify symbols in daily use all over the world, The Complete Guide to National Symbols and Emblems features an extensive collection of international symbols and cultural emblems never before compiled in such a concise and easy-to-use work. It is inclusive of all the UN member states and some of the most prominent stateless nations.This refreshing alternative to other commonly used sites blends both the political and cultural, including not only flags, national seals, and national anthems, but also foods and recipes, national heroes, sports teams, festivals, and pivotal events that figure in the formation of national identity. This versatile source will prove valuable to a wide audience, benefiting not only high school and undergraduate student researchers, but international businesses, journalists, and government offices.

Notes:

Bibliographic Level Mode of Issuance: Monograph

Includes bibliographical references (v. 2, p. [953]) and index.

ISBN:

9798400629747

9780313344961

0313344965

9780313344978

0313344973

OCLC:

1457919828