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The Dream Encyclopedia

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Explore the fascinating world of dreams, with this comprehensive reference that examines 276 dream-related topics, from art to history to science, plus insights into the great thinkers, dreamers, ...
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  • 01 May 2009
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Explore the fascinating world of dreams, with this comprehensive reference that examines 276 dream-related topics, from art to history to science, plus insights into the great thinkers, dreamers, and researchers—and interprets more than 1,000 symbols and explanations. This is the ultimate dreamer's companion!

Dreams have fascinated the human mind throughout recorded history. Some believe that dreams have healing powers, spark creative inspiration, or warn us of things to come. The Dream Encyclopedia ponders these ideas and much more. Learn how how factors such as self-healing, ESP, literature, religion, sex, cognition and memory, and medical conditions can all have an effect on dreams. Dream symbolism and interpretation is examined in detail, while a special section—with over 1,000 symbols and explanations—interprets dream symbols and helps readers understanding the phenomena of dreaming. Among the dream symbols unraveled are:

  • Airplane dreams may mean you have the power to “rise above” a situation or have the desire to break free of restrictions.
  • Falling dreams often reflect a sense that one has failed or “fallen down” in life.
  • Horse riding dreams most probably mean that the dreamer feels in control of his or her life.
  • Teeth in a dream may indicate control issues.
  • Zoo dreams may mean that a dreamer needs to tidy up some situation.

    James R. Lewis is a professor of philosophy, and a recognized authority on nontraditional religious movements, and has written the ultimate dreamer’s companion. This resource is unique in its in-depth exploration of dreams, the latest scientific research on dreaming and dream-related topics. Whether one is a serious student of dreams, or wishes merely to peruse the subject for pleasure, The Dream Encyclopedia explores the historical, cultural, and psychological significance of dreams. With more than 120 photos and illustrations, this tome is richly illustrated, and its helpful bibliography and extensive index add to its usefulness.

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    Price: $49.95
    Pages: 432
    Publisher: Visible Ink Press
    Imprint: Visible Ink Press
    Publication Date: 01 May 2009
    Trim Size: 9.10 X 7.20 in
    ISBN: 9781578592166
    Format: Paperback
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    "A very convenient one-volume reference on everything you might want to read regarding dreams and dream interpretation...an excellent source of basic information."— About.com

    "The Dream Encyclopedia is an aid to both dream interpretation and beginning dream research."— American Reference Books

    "easy to use…. Recommended."— Booklist

    "Lewis (DePaul Univ.) and Oliver (independent scholar) explore dreams in a cultural, historical, and psychological context. Recommended."— Choice

    "Stop spending your waking hours trying to decipher your dreams. Check out The Dream Encyclopedia."— Complete Woman

    "Whether one is a serious student of dreams, or wishes merely to peruse the volume for pleasure, one cannot help but learn something about the fascinating world of dreams from Lewis's helpful contribution to the literature on the subject."— Foreword Magazine

    "A comprehensive reference, The Dream Encyclopedia provides a thorough treatment and a unique analysis of dream-related topics. Of particular interest is the discussion of the importance of dreams in various religious and ethnic groups around the world."— SirReadaLot.org

    "Encompassing all facets of popular interest in dreams, this general interest resource provides a broad overview of contemporary studies of dreaming, and sheds light on notions of dreams from around the world."— Reference and Research Book News
    James R. Lewis, Ph.D., is the author of Visible Ink Press' Angels A to Z, The Astrology Book, and The Dream Encyclopedia. Other titles include Doomsday Prophecies: A Complete Guide to the End of the World, Magical Religion and Modern Witchcraft, and The Oxford Handbook of New Religious Movements. Lewis' work has received recognition in the form of Choice's Outstanding Academic Title award and Best Reference Book awards from the American Library Association and the New York Public Library Association.