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Red

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Red: A Global Journey Through History

The Color That Defined Civilizations, Inspired Revolutions, and Transformed Human History.

From prehistoric cave paintings to modern political movements, red has been the most powerful and symbolic color in human history. But why has this color held such deep meaning across cultures and time?

In Red: A Global Journey Through History, author Randy Fraser takes you on an extraordinary exploration of how red has shaped art, politics, religion, and science for thousands of years. From the sacred robes of emperors to the warning signals of danger, red has been a color of power, passion, and transformation.

Inside This Book, You'll Discover:

The origins of red pigments and dyes-from rare minerals to insect-based colors. How ancient civilizations used red in rituals, warfare, and status symbols. The psychological and scientific impact of red on the human brain. How red became the color of revolution, from communism to modern activism. Why red is the most eye-catching color in marketing, fashion, and branding today.

Blending history, science, and cultural analysis, Red unravels the fascinating connections between color and human experience. Whether you're a history enthusiast, artist, scientist, or simply curious, this book will change the way you see the world-one color at a time.

Perfect for readers of historical nonfiction, art history, anthropology, and cultural studies.

Uncover the untold history of red-get your copy today!

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Format
Paperback
Publisher
Randy Fraser
Date
31 January 2025
Pages
164
ISBN
9781069305213

Red: A Global Journey Through History

The Color That Defined Civilizations, Inspired Revolutions, and Transformed Human History.

From prehistoric cave paintings to modern political movements, red has been the most powerful and symbolic color in human history. But why has this color held such deep meaning across cultures and time?

In Red: A Global Journey Through History, author Randy Fraser takes you on an extraordinary exploration of how red has shaped art, politics, religion, and science for thousands of years. From the sacred robes of emperors to the warning signals of danger, red has been a color of power, passion, and transformation.

Inside This Book, You'll Discover:

The origins of red pigments and dyes-from rare minerals to insect-based colors. How ancient civilizations used red in rituals, warfare, and status symbols. The psychological and scientific impact of red on the human brain. How red became the color of revolution, from communism to modern activism. Why red is the most eye-catching color in marketing, fashion, and branding today.

Blending history, science, and cultural analysis, Red unravels the fascinating connections between color and human experience. Whether you're a history enthusiast, artist, scientist, or simply curious, this book will change the way you see the world-one color at a time.

Perfect for readers of historical nonfiction, art history, anthropology, and cultural studies.

Uncover the untold history of red-get your copy today!

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Format
Paperback
Publisher
Randy Fraser
Date
31 January 2025
Pages
164
ISBN
9781069305213