The Great Goddess
Reverence of the Divine Feminine from the Paleolithic to the Present
$59.38
- Paperback
272 pages
- Release Date
9 January 1999
Summary
A study of the primordial figure of the Great Goddess and her continued worship through time as shown by the myths, shrines, and sanctuaries around the world that honor this powerful symbol of creation.
A noted historian on pre-Christian societies provides an extensive worldwide listing of sites and sanctuaries associated with goddess worship.
Explores goddess worship in cultures around the world, including Native American, Egyptian, Indian, and Orie…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780892817153 |
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| ISBN-10: | 0892817151 |
| Author: | Jean Markale |
| Publisher: | Inner Traditions Bear and Company |
| Imprint: | Inner Traditions Bear and Company |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 272 |
| Release Date: | 9 January 1999 |
| Weight: | 485g |
| Dimensions: | 229mm x 152mm x 23mm |
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Critics Review
“This is an important book, adding well-researched and thoughtful information to the goddess literature. I recommend it.”
“Markale provides a breathtakingly sweeping overview of the divine feminine. Written with fervor and panache, Markale’s very readable book is an extraordinary and challenging treatment of the subject.” * Booklist *“He repeatedly compares the imagery of the Virgin Mary to the imagery of goddess worship as far back as we can trace Her. All in all, this is a good book. It has a great deal of interesting information about the history of Goddess imagery.” * PagaNet News *“In this comprehensive work, Markale traces beliefs and practices from ancient times to the present. For those who wish to learn more of the Great Goddess, reviled yet embraced by religions of the world, this book is a general overview offering excellent, readable information.” * Glenda Martin, Crone Chronicles *“This is an important book, adding well-researched and thoughtful information to the goddess literature. I recommend it.” * Seacoast Spirit, March/April 2003 *
About The Author
Jean Markale
Jean Markale (1928-2008) was a poet, philosopher, historian, and storyteller, who spent a lifetime researching pre-Christian and medieval culture and spirituality. He was a former specialist in Celtic studies at the Sorbonne and author of more than 40 books, including The Druids, The Celts, Merlin, Women of the Celts, and King of the Celts.
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