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Goddesses Who Rule
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Abstract
Goddesses often are labelled as one-dimensional forces of nature or fertility. In examining a number of goddesses whose primary role is sovereignty, this volume reveals the rich diversity of goddess traditions. Drawn from a variety of cultural and historical settings, the goddesses described here include Inanna of ancient Sumer, Oshun of Nigeria, and Cihuacoatl of pre-historical America.
Oxford University PressNew York, NY
Title: Goddesses Who Rule
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Abstract
Goddesses often are labelled as one-dimensional forces of nature or fertility.
In examining a number of goddesses whose primary role is sovereignty, this volume reveals the rich diversity of goddess traditions.
Drawn from a variety of cultural and historical settings, the goddesses described here include Inanna of ancient Sumer, Oshun of Nigeria, and Cihuacoatl of pre-historical America.
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