This book explores the mysterious figure of the Green Man, a figure that has been found in cultures around the world for centuries. It looks at the various interpretations of the Green Man, from his role in mythology and folklore to his presence in nature and the
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The Green Man, also known as a foliate head, is a motif in architecture and art, of a face made of, or completely surrounded by, foliage, which normally spreads out from the centre of the face. Apart from a purely decorative function, the Green Man is primarily interpreted as a symbol of rebirth, representing the cycle of new growth that occurs every spring.