Patricia Monaghan
Encyclopedia of Goddesses and Heroines
- ISBN 13:
- 9781608682171
- author:
- Patricia Monaghan
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- New World Library
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 512
- Dimensions:
- 3.8 x 21 x 25.4 cm
- Genre:
- Society, Politics & Philosophy, Social Sciences, Anthropology
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Discover the rich diversity of female deities from around the world in this comprehensive encyclopedia. Patricia Monaghan's groundbreaking work brings together a vast array of goddesses and heroines from various cultures and religions, showcasing their significance and impact on human history. Drawing on anthropology, folklore, literature, and psychology, Monaghan's vibrant and accessible encyclopedia covers female deities from Africa, the eastern Mediterranean, Asia and Oceania, Europe, and the Americas, as well as every major religious tradition. This revised edition offers a wealth of information on the many fascinating figures that have inspired and influenced human societies. With over 1,000 entries, this encyclopedia provides a unique insight into the lives and roles of female deities, shedding light on their importance in shaping our understanding of the world and our place within it.
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