Add to Cart
The item has been added
sale
Trending Bestseller
The Shrinking Goddess: Power, Myth and the Female Body
Mineke Schipper
No reviews yet
Write a Review
Write a Reviews
The Shrinking Goddess: Power, Myth and the Female Body
Hardback
29 October 2024
336 Pages
RRP:
$39.99
$39.00
In Stock: Ships in 4-6 Days
The Shrinking Goddess: Power, Myth and the Female Body
RRP:
$39.99
$39.00
Description
Wild and strange stories have circulated about the female body since antiquity. While legends of poisoned hymens and fanged vaginas circulated, the first female figure Mother Earth was recreated as a crooked rib. Ranging from the absurd to the empowering, these myths not only survive but continue to wield power today.
The Shrinking Goddess brings together myths about the female form and traces the subsequent male efforts to 'tame' it. Mineke Schipper examines how women's bodies have been represented since records began the first Venus and vulva figures date to 40,000 BCE and around the world.
Drawing together the vast reservoir of myths, proverbs, art, science and scripture that shape how women are seen in the present day, Schipper reclaims the female body as a source of power.
Readers of Angela Davis, Mary Beard, Audre Lorde, Betty Friedan and Germaine Greer will want to read this book.
You May Like
Add to Cart
The item has been added
Goddess Power
#1 New Release in New Age & Spirituality, Gaia Feminine EmpowermentPath of the Goddess:At the dawn of religion, God was a Woman. The Divine Feminine is known by innumerable names and symbol-rich...
$32.00
Add to Cart
The item has been added
Customers Also Viewed
Buy Books Online at BookLoop
Discover your next great read at BookLoop, Australiand online bookstore offering a vast selection of titles across various genres and interests. Whether you're curious about what's trending or searching for graphic novels that captivate, thrilling crime and mystery fiction, or exhilarating action and adventure stories, our curated collections have something for every reader. Delve into imaginative fantasy worlds or explore the realms of science fiction that challenge the boundaries of reality. Fans of contemporary narratives will find compelling stories in our contemporary fiction section. Embark on epic journeys with our fantasy and science fiction titles,
Shop Trending Books and New Releases
Explore our new releases for the most recent additions in romance books, fantasy books, graphic novels, crime and mystery books, science fiction books as well as biographies, cookbooks, self help books, tarot cards, fortunetelling and much more. With titles covering current trends, booktok and bookstagram recommendations, and emerging authors, BookLoop remains your go-to local australian bookstore for buying books online across all book genres.
Shop Best Books By Collection
Stay updated with the literary world by browsing our trending books, featuring the latest bestsellers and critically acclaimed works. Explore titles from popular brands like Minecraft, Pokemon, Star Wars, Bluey, Lonely Planet, ABIA award winners, Peppa Pig, and our specialised collection of ADHD books. At BookLoop, we are committed to providing a diverse and enriching reading experience for all.