Goddesses Who Rule

by Elisabeth Benard (Editor), Beverly Moon (Editor)

Goddesses often are labeled as one-dimensional forces of nature or fertility. In examining a number of goddesses whose primary role is sovereignty, this volume reveals the rich diversity of goddess traditions. Drawn from a variety of cultural and historical settings, the goddesses described here include Inanna of ancient Sumer; Oshun of Nigeria; and Cihuacoatl of pre-historical America.

Genres: Feminism, Nonfiction

272 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1999

Reviews

[Haliation · Rating 4 out of 5]

I actually really liked this book, and I must admit, I can't usually say I enjoy reading "academic books" most of the time. I read this for one of my religious studies courses on goddesses. It was fantastic to read a book that focused on goddesses as more than "earth mothers" that are irrevocably linked fertility. Moon and Benard created this volume to focus upon goddesses as sovereign figures, a subject that is often overlooked. It is well researched and sourced, which I will always appreciate.

[Maya · Rating 3 out of 5]

Goodsish book, could have been MUCH better given the names that contributed...