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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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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Delcourt, Marie (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: [Place of publication not identified] : Hassell Street Press, [2021]
Subjects:
Intersexuality > Mythology.
Bisexuality > Religious aspects.
Gender nonconformity > Religious aspects.
Mythology, Greek.
Hermaphroditus > (Greek deity)
Table of Contents:
  • Transvestism in private and public rites
  • The twofold gods
  • Kaineus and Tiresias
  • Hermaphrodite
  • The symbol of androgyny in the philosophical myths
  • Female saints in masculine clothing.