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The Symbolism of the Cross is a major doctrinal study of the
central symbol of Christianity from the standpoint of the universal
metaphysical tradition, the 'perennial philosophy' as it is called
in the West. As Gunon points out, the cross is one of the most
universal of all symbols and is far from belonging to Christianity
alone. Indeed, Christians have sometimes tended to lose sight of
its symbolical significance and to regard it as no more than the
sign of a historical event. By restoring to the cross its full
spiritual value as a symbol, but without in any way detracting from
its historical importance for Christianity, Gunon has performed a
task of inestimable importance which perhaps only he, with his
unrivalled knowledge of the symbolic languages of both East and
West, was qualified to perform. Although The Symbolism of the Cross
is one of Gunon's core texts on traditional metaphysics, written in
precise, nearly 'geometrical' language, vivid symbols are
necessarily pressed into service as reference points-how else could
the mind ascend the ladder of analogy to pure intellection? Gunon
applies these doctrines more concretely elsewhere in critiquing
modernity in such works as The Crisis of the Modern World and The
Reign of Quantity and the Signs of the Times, and invokes them also
to help explain the nature of initiation and of initiatic
organizations in such works as Perspectives on Initiation and
Initiation and Spiritual Realization.
Rainforests in Australia are found in Queensland, New South Wales,
Victoria, Tasmania, the Northern Territory and Western Australia.
This beautifully illustrated guide explores 51 wildlife watching
sites in 22 bioregions around Australia, with over 500 colour
photographs and 28 maps. Sites are generally open to the public,
(some may require permits). Detailed descriptions of the key
vertebrate and invertebrate species that can be found in the
rainforests are given, to enable easy identification and as a tool
for the reader to gain a deeper understanding of their habits and
biology. Concise information on each site includes location
descriptions, GPS coordinates, travel options and distances,
relevant fees and permits, and an overview of some of the main
tracks and trails.
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