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The concept of the goddess /

The Concept of the Goddess explores the function and nature of goddesses and their cults in many cultures, including:* Celtic* Roman* Norse* Caucasian* Japanese traditions. The contributors explore the reasons for the existence of so many goddesses in the mythology of patriarchal societies and show...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Clasificación:Libro Electrónico
Otros Autores: Billington, Sandra, Aldhouse-Green, Miranda J. (Miranda Jane)
Formato: Electrónico eBook
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: London ; New York : Routledge, 1996.
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Acceso en línea:Texto completo
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Sumario:The Concept of the Goddess explores the function and nature of goddesses and their cults in many cultures, including:* Celtic* Roman* Norse* Caucasian* Japanese traditions. The contributors explore the reasons for the existence of so many goddesses in the mythology of patriarchal societies and show that goddesses have also assumed more masculine roles, with war, hunting and sovereignty being equally important aspects of their cults.
Descripción Física:1 online resource (xiv, 192 pages) : illustrations
Bibliografía:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:0203456386
9780203456385
9780415197892
0415197899
9780415144216
0415144213