This volume gathers brand new essays from some of the most respected scholars of ancient history; archaeology; and physical anthropology to create an engaging overview of the lives of women in antiquity. The book is divided into ten sections; nine focusing on a particular area; and also includes almost 200 images; maps; and charts. The sections cover Mesopotamia; Egypt; Anatolia; Cyprus; the Levant; the Aegean; Italy; and Western Europe; and include many lesser-known cultures such as the Celts; Iberia; Carthage; the Black Sea region; and Scandinavia. Women's experiences are explored; from ordinary daily life to religious ritual and practice; to motherhood; childbirth; sex; and building a career. Forensic evidence is also treated for the actual bodies of ancient women. Women in Antiquity is edited by two experts in the field; and is an invaluable resource to students of the ancient world; gender studies; and women's roles throughout history.
#4316221 in Books Palgrave Macmillan 2013-08-23 2013-08-21Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.66 x .83 x 5.63l; .90 #File Name: 1137348771243 pages
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy Dr. GEnjoyed exploring Colossians from an alternate perspective. Very eye-opening and thought provoking. Highly recommended.