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The Concept of the Goddess
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The Concept of the Goddess Hard cover - 1996 - 1st Edition

by Sandra Billington

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Hard Cover. New. New Book; Fast Shipping from UK; Not signed; Not First Edition; This volume is an up-to-date, highly readable study of the female aspects of religion both in past and present mythologies. It explores the function and nature of goddesses and their cults in many cultures.
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  • Title The Concept of the Goddess
  • Author Sandra Billington
  • Binding Hard Cover
  • Edition number 1st
  • Edition 1
  • Condition New
  • Pages 206
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Routledge, London
  • Date 1996-09-05
  • Features Bibliography
  • Bookseller's Inventory # ria9780415144216_pod
  • ISBN 9780415144216 / 0415144213
  • Weight 1.29 lbs (0.59 kg)
  • Dimensions 9.44 x 6.31 x 0.75 in (23.98 x 16.03 x 1.91 cm)
  • Reading level 1330
  • Themes
    • Sex & Gender: Feminine
  • Library of Congress subjects Goddesses
  • Library of Congress Catalog Number 95053942
  • Dewey Decimal Code 202.114

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From the publisher

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

From the rear cover

Bringing together experts from a range of backgrounds, this volume explores the function of goddesses in a cross-section of cultures from around the world, including the Celtic, Roman, Norse, Caucasian and Japanese traditions. The contributors compare the nature of the various cults dominated by a female deity in predominantly patriarchal societies, examining the substance of myths both ancient and modern. What this volume perhaps illustrates most vividly is the wide range of responsibilities undertaken by the goddess-figure. They were not simply allotted the roles perceived as conventionally 'feminine'; female deities were also known to have held sway in war, hunting and questions of sovereignty. The studies benefit from a broad interdisciplinary approach and take a fresh look at the subject. As well as being relevant to those studying archaeology, ancient history, classical studies, anthropology, folklore, mythology, comparative religion and women's studies, it will also appeal to the general reader. With its accessible style, extensive bibliography and innovative approach, The Concept of the Goddess is a highly valuable contribution to study in this field.