A Companion to Women in the Ancient World
Sheila Dillon editor Sharon L James editor
Format:Hardback
Publisher:John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Published:3rd Feb '12
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A COMPANION TO WOMEN IN THE ANCIENT WORLD
A Companion to Women in the Ancient World is the first interdisciplinary, methodologically based collection of readings to address the study of women in the ancient world while weaving textual, visual, and archaeological evidence into its approach. Prominent scholars tackle the myriad problems inherent in the interpretation of the evidence, and consider the biases and interpretive categories inherited from centuries of scholarship. Essays and case studies cover an unprecedented breadth of chronological and geographical range, genres, and themes.
Illuminating and insightful, A Companion to Women in the Ancient World both challenges preconceived notions and paves the way for new directions in research on women in antiquity.
"This companion without doubt succeeds in its mission, while advocating for the further inclusion of women in antiquity in both scholarship and teaching." (The Classical Journal, 3 May 2013)
"This is a fascinating study, one which will feed into much current thought and discussion, lead to more links being made between periods, between genres and opening up the world of the ancient woman to further scrutiny and understanding, perhaps even more scholarship." (Reference Reviews, 1 October 2012)
Named CHOICE Outstanding Title for 2012
"While the scope of topics here is massive and not every subject has been covered, this is an invaluable compilation of great breadth and a valuable resource on an important, complex subject." (Choice, 1 September 2012)
- Commended for PROSE (Single Vol. Ref/Humaities) 2012
ISBN: 9781405192842
Dimensions: 254mm x 180mm x 36mm
Weight: 1148g
656 pages