Hughes, Bettany
Venus and Aphrodite
- ISBN 13:
- 9781474610384
- author:
- Hughes, Bettany
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Weidenfeld & Nicolson
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 12.8 x 0.8 centimeters (0
- Genre:
- History, Ancient, Greece,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Venus and Aphrodite: A History of a Goddess Bettany Hughes explores the enduring legacy of the goddess Venus, tracing her origins through ancient art, myth, and archaeological discoveries. This complex and multifaceted figure is revealed to be far more than a symbol of romance and sex, but rather a powerful force that has shaped human desire and behaviour throughout history. From her birthplace in Cyprus, Hughes decodes the relationships between Venus and the Greek goddess Aphrodite, as well as Aphrodite's own mixed heritage as a Cypriot spirit of fertility and a descendant of prehistoric war goddesses from the Near and Middle East. This journey of discovery sheds new light on the mythological figure of Venus, revealing a rich and nuanced story that is both fascinating and thought-provoking. Through a rich tapestry of art, myth, and philosophical exploration, Hughes reveals the enduring significance of Venus in the modern world, and what her story can teach us about human nature and our deepest desires.
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