Bells: Their History, Legends Making And Uses (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436681605)

""Bells: Their History, Legends Making And Uses"" by Satis N. Coleman is a comprehensive guide to the fascinating world of bells. The book covers the history of bells from their earliest origins to modern times, exploring the various types of bells and their uses throughout history. It also delves into the myths and legends surrounding bells, including their use in religious ceremonies, folklore, and superstitions.The author provides detailed information on the making of bells, including the materials used and the techniques employed by bell makers throughout history. The book also includes a section on the different types of bell ringing, from traditional church bell ringing to the more modern art of change ringing.Throughout the book, the author provides numerous examples of famous bells from around the world, including the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia, the Big Ben in London, and the Bell of Good Luck in Japan. The book is illustrated with photographs and drawings, making it an engaging and informative read for anyone interested in the history and culture of bells.""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Satis N. Coleman
ISBN-10: 143668160X
ISBN-13: 9781436681605
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/13/2008
Pages: 476
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.91lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.19d