Hutton, Ronald
Queens of the Wild: Pagan Goddesses in Christian Europe: An Investigation
- ISBN 13:
- 9780300273342
- author:
- Hutton, Ronald
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Yale University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 19.7 x 12.7 centimetres (0.24 kg
- Genre:
- Religion, Sexuality & Gender Studies, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Goddess in Christian Europe: A History of Deity-Like Figures Renowned scholar Ronald Hutton explores the history of deity-like figures in Christian Europe, challenging decades of debate around female figures thought to be versions of pre-Christian goddesses. Drawing on anthropology, archaeology, literature, and history, Hutton examines four main figures: Mother Earth, the Fairy Queen, the Mistress of the Night, and the Old Woman of Gaelic tradition. These goddess-like figures have long been shrouded in mystery, with their origins and significance disputed by scholars. However, Hutton's investigation reveals that these figures did not descend from pre-Christian ancient world, but rather emerged in the European imagination during the medieval period. He argues that 19th-century scholars mistakenly established a narrative of pagan survival that persists today. By re-examining the history of these deity-like figures, Hutton sheds new light on the complex and often contradictory nature of Christian Europe's relationship with paganism. This thought-provoking account is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of European culture and the evolution of religious traditions.
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