Gentle Swastika
Publisher: Last Gasp of San Francisco
Published: May 2001
Language: eng
Format: Paperback
Number of pages: 112
ISBN-13: 9780968871607
Subjects: Sociology
Description: ManWoman says "To hell with Hitler!" in this chronicle of the swastika's long and positive history. Using over 400 rare and unique photos of swastikas in ancient and traditional folk art, graphic design, jewelry, architecture, and even Jewish art, visionary Pop artist ManWoman shows the playful ways the swastika was used before World War II -- especially in America, where it was the homegrown lucky sign of native peoples. ManWoman's goal is to begin a change of thought that will return the swastika back to its rightful place. Softbound, b&w.
Notes: Author ManWoman has been on a 40-year quest to "rehabilitate the Swastika," showing the ways it has been used as a powerful sacred symbol for luck and protection for over 10,000 years.