Maternal Conceptions in Classical Literature and Philosophy

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Unlike many studies of the family in the ancient world, this volume presents readings of mothers in classical literature, including philosophical and epigraphic writing as well as poetic texts. Rather than relying on a male viewpoint, the essays offer a female perspective on the lifecycle of motherhood.

Although almost all ancient authors are men, this book nevertheless aims to carefully unpack the role of the mother - not as projected...

Format:Hardcover

Language:English

ISBN:1487532016

ISBN13:9781487532017

Release Date:February 2020

Publisher:University of Toronto Press

Length:400 Pages

Weight:1.70 lbs.

Dimensions:1.4" x 6.5" x 9.1"

Grade Range:Postsecondary and higher

Related Subjects

History Literary Criticism Literary Criticism & Collections Social Science Social Sciences

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