A Thousand Hands: A Journey Through History, Art, and Culture

Our hands are extraordinary. They are capable of an infinite range of tasks and expressions. They can be delicate or powerful, graceful or clumsy, expressive or stoic. They can communicate, create, heal, and destroy. They can be a source of beauty, pleasure, and pain.

This book is a journey through the history, culture, and significance of the human hand. From ancient art to contemporary culture, from religion to folklore, from work to play, the hand is a versatile and expressive part of the human body that has been a source of fascination for centuries.

In this book, you will discover:

* How hands have been depicted in art throughout history, from the realistic to the abstract.
* The role of hands in culture, from their use in sign language to their representation in folklore and literature.
* How hands are used in work, from the hands of farmers and laborers to the hands of artists and surgeons.
* The role of hands in communication, from the handshakes we use to greet each other to the gestures we use to express ourselves.
* The hands in love and relationships, from the holding of hands to the caressing of a loved one.
* The hands in conflict and war, from the hands that hold weapons to the hands that reach out for peace.
* The future of hands, from the role of hands in technology to the potential for artificial hands.

This book is a celebration of the human hand, a remarkable part of the human body that is capable of so much. It is a book that will fascinate and inform readers of all ages.

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Publisher ‏: ‎ PageBook24.com (January 13, 2025)
Language : ‎ English
Dimensions ‏: ‎ 6 x 9 inches
Pages ‏: ‎ 160 pages

Pasquale De Marco stands as a prolific author whose literary prowess knows no bounds. With a passion for storytelling that transcends genres, he has made a name for himself as a versatile writer with the extraordinary ability to captivate readers across diverse literary landscapes. His journey as an author is marked by an insatiable curiosity, a love for the written word, and a relentless commitment to sharing knowledge and experiences with the world.

Pasquale De Marco collaborates with a dedicated team of ghostreaders who assist him in evaluating and editing the manuscripts. His collaborators are not only skilled professionals but also avid readers who purchase and read books as a personal hobby. This unique blend of creativity allows Pasquale to push the boundaries of traditional publishing, making literature more accessible and diverse.