Women in Ancient Societies: An Illusion of the Night

by Maria Wyke (Editor), Leonie J. Archer (Editor), SusanFischler (Editor)

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  1994

  $31.52

  This collection of essays represents research currently being undertaken on women's lives and their representations in various ancient societies. It provides a forum for the exchange and development of ideas and methods at a crucial period in the growth of women's studies in the UK. The book extends the customary parameters of ancient history , geographically and chronologically, to include ancient India, Anglo-Saxon Britain and representations of women in 20th century cinema.