Women and Dionysus: Appearances and Exile in History, Culture, and Myth

by Maggy Anthony

Women and Dionysus links repression of the Dionysian spirit in Western culture with the rise of the patriarchy over the course of two millennia. It effectively draws aconnection between Dionysus and women throughout history, with examples from cultures both past and present, and the author's own experiences.

Maggy Anthony explores Dionysus' role as god of the vine, creativity and passion, and his impact on art and literature. The book...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1138610445
• ISBN13: 9781138610446
• Release Date: November 2020
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 94 Pages
• Weight: 0.57 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.5" x 8.6"