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9781398116900

The Green Man Myth and Reality

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    9781398116900

  • ISBN10:

    1398116904

  • Format: Paperback
  • Copyright: 2025-06-24
  • Publisher: Amberley Publishing
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Summary

The ‘green man’ or foliate head can be found in almost every pre-Reformation cathedral and in many churches. It often decorates arches, corbels, roof bosses, choir stalls and chancel screens. In this book, Imogen Corrigan takes the reader on a journey of discovery in which she reveals the different types of foliate head in their contexts and also explore their origins in folklore and Christian tradition. Taking us through pagan folklore and fertility rites, along with labyrinths, dragon and other monsters, the author also uncovers the religious symbolism of the foliate head which was depicted in a variety of ways, some beautiful and some grotesque. Accompanied by a wide range of illustrations showing different styles of foliate head in a wide variety of cathedrals and churches, this book is an essential companion for those who visit sacred places, whether for spiritual, architectural or historical reasons.

Author Biography

Imogen Corrigan is an experienced tour guide and lecturer. She works for The Arts Society as well as running courses and study tours for specialist travel firms. Her first book Stone on Stone: The Men Who Built the Cathedrals was published by Robert Hale.

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