The Maze - Hyland Angus - książka

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Alan Titchmarsh describes this captivating book as a thorough exploration of mazes worldwide, while Gardens Illustrated invites readers to immerse themselves in the fascinating history of labyrinth and maze creation. For over 4,000 years, mazes have intrigued civilization, and today, more of these enchanting puzzles exist than ever before. What is the enduring allure of these intricate, life-sized riddles? This elegantly illustrated book is a treasure for maze enthusiasts, serving as a guide, directory, and puzzle book in one. Featuring specially commissioned artwork by Thibaud Hérem, it showcases 60 real and imagined mazes from across the globe, each depicted from a bird's eye view to allow readers their own virtual journey. Accompanying each illustration is a captivating and humorous historical snippet. This book is an essential read for fans of Charlotte Higgins's "Red Thread: On Mazes and Labyrinths" and Henry Eliot's "Follow This Thread: A Maze Book to Get Lost In."