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Paperback. Condizione: Fair. This work demonstrates the continued importance and relevance of the myth of Demeter and Persephone to today's society. It summarizes the Homeric story and discusses topics such as the role of female mentoring, the subject of rape, and the meaning of the underworld and the role of Hades.…

Paperback. Condizione: Fair. This work demonstrates the continued importance and relevance of the myth of Demeter and Persephone to today's society. It summarizes the Homeric story and discusses topics such as the role of female mentoring, the subject of rape, and the meaning of the underworld and the role of Hades.…

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Paperback. Condizione: New. The classical Greek myth of Demeter and her daughter Persephone as told in Homer's Hymn to Demeter has been used most often to explain the cycle of the seasons. However, a closer examination will reveal insights on living and dying, loss and reconciliation, and suffering and healing. This work demostrates the continued importance and relevance of the myth of Demeter and Persephone to today's society. The first three chapters provide a summary of the Homeric story and examine the myth from the perspectives of the mother and daughter. The following chapters discuss the symbolism of critical objects, the role of female mentoring, the role of Hades and the meaning of the underworld, the subject of rape, and the masculinist perspective presented by Zeus and Helios, and derive lessons useful for healing and knowledge. The Hymn to Demeter as translated by Helene Foley is included as an appendix in order to provide a basis for the discussion in the text. Notes and a bibliography also follow the text.…

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Paperback. Condizione: New. The classical Greek myth of Demeter and her daughter Persephone as told in Homer's Hymn to Demeter has been used most often to explain the cycle of the seasons. However, a closer examination will reveal insights on living and dying, loss and reconciliation, and suffering and healing. This work demostrates the continued importance and relevance of the myth of Demeter and Persephone to today's society. The first three chapters provide a summary of the Homeric story and examine the myth from the perspectives of the mother and daughter. The following chapters discuss the symbolism of critical objects, the role of female mentoring, the role of Hades and the meaning of the underworld, the subject of rape, and the masculinist perspective presented by Zeus and Helios, and derive lessons useful for healing and knowledge. The Hymn to Demeter as translated by Helene Foley is included as an appendix in order to provide a basis for the discussion in the text. Notes and a bibliography also follow the text.…

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Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. Gilgamesh, son of the goddess Ninsun and the mortal Lugalbanda, is the arrogant king of the vibrant city of Uruk, a sprawling desert metropolis. In an attempt to quell Gilgamesh's oppressive behavior, the gods fashion the wild man, Enkidu, to be a companion to the king and to calm his errant ways. The two form an inseparable bond, embark on a wild misadventure, and commit a series of blunders that offend the very gods who created Enkidu. What happens next sends Gilgamesh on an epic journey to find his ancestor, Utnapishtim the Faraway, to learn his story of survival and unlock the secrets of immortality. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. Unsung Odysseys explores the story of Odysseus' ten-year journey home from Troy through the multiple voices of the women embroiled in his adventures-a distraught mother, a patient wife, a devoted nurse, a benevolent witch, a possessive nymph, a love-sick princess, and a loyal goddess. In words expressed with heartfelt clarity that convey timeless messages, these women have finally broken their silence to share their perspectives on an epic hero's adventures. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. A plucked narcissus opens a chasm to the Underworld and sets into motion the timeless story of a daughter's search for independence, a father's feeble plans to control his house and his wife, and a mother's search for revenge. A Pomegranate and the Maiden explores the harrowing tale of Demeter and Persephone by giving new voice to the myth's gallery of memorable characters as each recounts the strange and shocking events surrounding a daughter's kidnapping and her mother's unforgettable scheme for justice. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…

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Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - The classical Greek myth of Demeter and her daughter Persephone as told in Homer's Hymn to Demeter has been used most often to explain the cycle of the seasons. However, a closer examination will reveal insights on living and dying, loss and reconciliation, and suffering and healing. This work demostrates the continued importance and relevance of the myth of Demeter and Persephone to today's society. The first three chapters provide a summary of the Homeric story and examine the myth from the perspectives of the mother and daughter. The following chapters discuss the symbolism of critical objects, the role of female mentoring, the role of Hades and the meaning of the underworld, the subject of rape, and the masculinist perspective presented by Zeus and Helios, and derive lessons useful for healing and knowledge. The Hymn to Demeter as translated by Helene Foley is included as an appendix in order to provide a basis for the discussion in the text. Notes and a bibliography also follow the text.…

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Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Demeter and Persephone | Lessons from a Myth | Tamara Agha-Jaffar | Taschenbuch | Kartoniert / Broschiert | Englisch | 2002 | McFarland | EAN 9780786413430 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, 36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr[at]libri[dot]de | Anbieter: preigu Print on Demand.…