Lady of the beasts : ancient images of the Goddess and her sacred animals

by Buffie Johnson

Paper Book, 1988

Status

Available

Call number

BL325 .M6J64 1988

Publication

San Francisco : Harper & Row, c1988.

Description

This vivid and provocative book provides an unparelleled overview of the Goddess as she was defined by the ancient societies whose people worshiped her. The author spent more than four decades studying Goddess images--statues, religious artifacts, and art--from Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and other parts of the world. With more than 400 magnificent illustrations and photographs (many in color) of historic and prehistoric objects, this book provides a diverse display of stunning images that focus on the Goddess in relation to her sacred animals.

Language

Original publication date

1981

Physical description

xi, 386 p.; 24 cm

ISBN

0062504231 / 9780062504234

Barcode

34662000504784
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