Routledge - Goddess and the Warrior - Greek Religion Book

Explore the profound connection between divinity and power in Goddess and the Warrior. This scholarly work by Routledge investigates the diverse forms of naked goddesses in early Greek religion, from fertility figures and seductresses to mistresses of animals and even monsters. By examining the art of the Levant and Early Greece, the book traces how these magical symbols traveled and transformed from their origins to Crete and the Greek mainland. The central theme focuses on how nudity serves as a consistent message of power within these ancient depictions. This book provides a provocative and stimulating analysis of the role played by the naked goddess and the mistress of the animals. With lavish illustrations, it offers a deep look into the visual language of ancient religious art. It is an essential resource for students and researchers interested in human figures, themes in arts and photography, and the evolution of religious symbolism in the ancient world.