Hermaphrodite : myths and rites of the bisexual figure in classical antiquity /

This book is a major contribution to the understanding of Greek religion and the first to be published specifically on the subject in English. It is a highly original and profound examination of the myths and rites of the bisexual figure in Classical Antiquity. The theme is illustrated with material...

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Main Author: Delcourt, Marie (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: [Place of publication not identified] : Hassell Street Press, [2021]
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Summary:This book is a major contribution to the understanding of Greek religion and the first to be published specifically on the subject in English. It is a highly original and profound examination of the myths and rites of the bisexual figure in Classical Antiquity. The theme is illustrated with material from classical sources and a fascinating subject is thoroughly explored from an historical and psychological aspect, providing what is, in effect, the psychoanalysis of a myth.
Item Description:The Cushing Library/Women & Gender Studies copy was acquired as part of The Don Kelly Research Collection of Gay Literature and Culture.
Physical Description:xiii, 109 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references (pages 102-109).
ISBN:9781013680311
1013680316