The maze

£24.99

Mazes have been a part of civilization for at least 4,000 years, and there are more being built now than ever before. What is it about these magical life-size puzzles that continues to intrigue us? The idea of the maze taps into so many subconscious notions: the game, the quest, the spiritual journey. Perhaps this is the key to their enduring appeal. This beautifully illustrated book will delight lovers of mazes, acting as a guide, directory, and puzzle book combined.

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Description

“This intriguing book takes an in-depth look at mazes from all over the world.” – Alan Titchmarsh

“Prepare to get lost in the world of labyrinth and maze-making in this attractively packaged book that looks at the history of mazes.” – Gardens Illustrated

Mazes have been a part of civilization for at least 4,000 years, and there are more being built now than ever before. What is it about these magical life-size puzzles that continues to intrigue us?

This beautifully illustrated book will delight lovers of mazes, acting as a guide, directory and puzzle book combined.

Specially commissioned illustrations by Thibaud Hérem represent 60 real and imagined mazes from around the world, with a bird’s eye view of each maze so that readers can make their own journey. Each maze is also accompanied by a fascinating and witty short history.

A must-read book for fans of Red Thread: On Mazes and Labyrinths by Charlotte Higgins and Follow This Thread: A Maze Book to Get Lost In by Henry Eliot.

Additional information

Weight 0.826 kg
Dimensions 29 × 21.3 × 2 cm
Author

Publisher

Imprint

Cover

Hardback

Pages

144

Language

English

Edition
Dewey

793.738 (edition:23)

Readership

General – Trade / Code: K