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Feminine power : the divine to the demonic
Crerar, Belinda2022
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The representation of feminine power in world religion and mythology has played -- and continues to play -- an important role in shaping global cultural attitudes towards women and worship. This book brings together a varied range of material from six continents, including ancient sculpture, sacred artefacts and contemporary art, to explore the diversity of ways in which femininity has been perceived within spiritual traditions across the globe, from the ancient world to today.
Main title:
Feminine power : the divine to the demonic / by Belinda Crerar ; preface by Mary Beard.
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Imprint:
Canberra, ACT ; London : National Museum Australia Press : British Museum Press, 2022.
Collation:
272 pages : illustrations (chiefly colour) ; 26 cm.
Notes:
"Published to accompany the Citi exhibition 'Feminine Power: the Divine to the Demonic' at the British Museum from 19 May to 25 September 2022; National Museum of Australia from 8 December 2022 to 23 August 2023" -- Title page verso."With 172 illustrations" -- Back cover.First published: United Kingdom: The British Museum Press, 2022. This Australian edition includes an additional essay on the Yawkyawk as shapeshifting sisters in solidarity by Pat Hoffie and Margo Neale.Includes bibliographical references (pages 256-266) and index.
Contents:
Foreword / Hartwig FischerPreface / Mary BeardIntroduction1. Creation & nature2. Passion & desire3. Magic & malice4. Justice & defence5. Compassion & salvationYawkyawk : Shapeshifting sisters in solidarity / Pat Hoffie and Margo NealeNotesSelect bibliographyAcknowledgementsPicture creditsIndex.
ISBN:
9781921953514
Dewey class:
200.82
Language:
English
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Index terms:
Australian
BRN:
510425
More Information:
| Location | Collection | Call number | Status/Desc |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Marys | Nonfiction | 200.82 FEM | Onloan - Due: 03 Feb 2025 |