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Ever since Herodotus stood in awe before the Great Labyrinth of Egypt and its 3,000 rooms, men have been fascinated by labyrinthine puzzles, constructions, and mazes. This book explores the subject in full, with a complete illustrated account of labyrinths and mazes of all kinds,... Read Full Overview

This collection of literature attempts to compile many of the classic works that have stood the test of time and offer them at a reduced, affordable price, in an attractive volume so that everyone can enjoy them.

This is a study of the history of mazes and labyrinths. From the preface: "ADVANTAGES out of all proportion to the importance of the immediate aim in view are apt to accrue whenever an honest endeavour is made to find an answer to one of those awkward questions which are constantly... Read Full Overview

Mazes and Labyrinths: Their History and Development is a comprehensive book written by W. H. Matthews that explores the origins, history, and evolution of mazes and labyrinths. The book delves into the fascinating world of these intricate and perplexing structures, examining... Read Full Overview

""Mazes and Labyrinths: Their History and Development"" by W.H. Matthews is a comprehensive guide to the fascinating world of mazes and labyrinths. The book explores the origins of these intricate designs and their evolution throughout history, from ancient times to the present... Read Full Overview

""Mazes and Labyrinths: Their History and Development"" by W. H. Matthews is a comprehensive book that explores the fascinating history and evolution of mazes and labyrinths. The book begins by tracing the origins of these intricate designs, which can be found in ancient cultures... Read Full Overview

""Mazes and Labyrinths: Their History and Development"" by W. H. Matthews is a comprehensive guide to the history and evolution of mazes and labyrinths. The book covers the origins of mazes and labyrinths in ancient cultures such as Greece and Rome, and explores their development... Read Full Overview

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely... Read Full Overview

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely... Read Full Overview

Mazes and Labyrinths: A General Account of Their History and Development, has been acknowledged as a major work throughout human history, and we have taken precautions to assure its preservation by republishing this book in a modern manner for both present and future generations... Read Full Overview

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely... Read Full Overview