Describes how symbols in American art, architecture, and popular culture include hidden meanings to provoke particular emotions and associations from their view

Over 1000 illustrations show the fascinating origins and meanings of 300 symbols and signs used by North American tribes. The magnificent variety of symbols are

In 1777, the United States flag had just 13 stars and stripes. How Old Glory has grown since then! Today, the flag flies over schools, libraries, government bui

Although the symbolic and political importance of flags has often been mentioned by scholars of nationalism, there are few in-depth studies of the significance

Discusses the bald eagle and how it came to be the symbol for the United States.