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Medieval Number Symbolism: Its Sources, Meaning, and Influence on Thought and Expression (Dover Occult)

by Vincent Foster Hopper

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Studies medieval number symbolism, such as the Pythagorean theory among others, to learn about their sources, meaning, and influence on thought and expression.

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Vincent F. Hopper

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Columbia University Studies in English and Comparative Literature (132)

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Original publication date: 1938

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Published: 1938
Genres: Nonfiction, History, Religion & Spirituality, Philosophy
DDC/MDS: 133.3
LCC: BF1623 .P9 .H53

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