Mazes and Labyrinths: A General Account of Their History and Development
William Henry Matthews
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Length 6 h 24 min
Chapters 23
First published 1922
Come along on a journey through the history of Mazes and Labyrinths by W.H. Matthews. Get lost in the wonders of winding paths, from ancient Egyptian temples to medieval cathedrals and English garden mazes. Blending mythology, archaeology, and folklore, discover how these puzzling patterns have symbolized everything from spiritual quests to playful challenges. From the Minotaur’s lair to elegant hedge mazes at country estates, Matthews reveals how humanity has always loved getting lost—on purpose. - Summary by Carrie Mae Streb
Chapters
1
Preface Read by Carrie Mae Streb 4:32
2
The Egyptian Labyrinth Read by emmaweigham 12:42
3
The Egyptian Labyrinth (continued) Read by emmaweigham 10:27
4
The Cretan Labyrinth Read by Beeswaxcandle 11:14
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The Cretan Labyrinth (continued) Read by Beeswaxcandle 11:35
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The Cretan Labyrinth (continued) Read by Beeswaxcandle 12:26
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The Etruscan or Italian Labyrinth Read by Chuck Lavazzi 10:11
8
The Labyrinth in Ancient Art Read by Chuck Lavazzi 19:57
9
Church Labyrinths Read by Rapunzelina 23:54
10
Turf Labyrinths Read by Chuck Lavazzi 14:58
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Turf Labyrinths (continued) Read by Chuck Lavazzi 21:11
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The Origin of Turf Mazes Read by marisad6 16:10
13
The Floral Labyrinth and the Dwarf-Shrub Maze Read by Kathryn Barbosa 13:33
14
The Topiary Labyrinth, or Hedge Maze Read by jenno 19:17
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The Topiary Labyrinth, or Hedge Maze (continued) Read by phineas2000 18:46
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The Topiary Labyrinth, or Hedge Maze (continued) Read by phineas2000 20:32
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Stone Labyrinths and Rock Engravings Read by Seraphina 12:30
18
The Dance or Game of Troy Read by phineas2000 17:32
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The Bower of "Fair Rosamond" Read by phineas2000 14:29
20
Maze Etymology Read by Chuck Lavazzi 27:12
21
Labyrinth Design and the Solution of Mazes Read by jenno 21:32
22
The Labyrinth in Literature Read by Book Lover 19:29
23
Miscellanea and Conclusion Read by Owlivia 19:13
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