Review: The Power of Green
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 01 26, 2013
As an artist, I thought this book was going to be at least partly about color theory as it relates to art. But it is more about how color, specifically the color green, affects and can be used by the general public. Who knew that someone could find so much to say about one color?The book starts by giving us an overview of how the meaning and symbolism of green changed through history and how it related to various myths and religions. Then it discusses the emotional and sociological symbolism of the color and the psychological, physiological and emotional effects it has on us.The many benefits of the color green are discussed and its value in institutional and home decor. Many practical suggestions are made about how we can bring green into our daily lives in order to take advantage of those benefits.Color therapy is discussed as well as a number of superstitions associated with green. The book even lists a number of green smoothie recipes.