Reviews for Women's Roles in Ancient Civilizations: A Reference Guide

The average rating for Women's Roles in Ancient Civilizations: A Reference Guide based on 2 reviews is 4 stars.

Review # 1 was written on 2020-01-01 00:00:00 Efstratios Perentes An eloquent history of anthropological gaze on sexuality. I enjoyed the slightly sarcastic tone of the text, as well as ambiguity while explaining the different undertows of anthropological thoughts.

Review # 2 was written on 2019-07-26 00:00:00 Christopher Beresford A very interesting book which gives the reader the liberty to experience sexuality during the 1500s till the 1800s. Life was very different from now but at least they were more liberal with their views. Unfortunately due to certain reforms and political shifts that all ended and everything was suppressed. Life would be much better if people understood the fact that sexuality is nothing to be ashamed of and this books gives examples of literature where the pursuit of pleasure is rewarded. I recommend this book to all those willing to understand sexual behavior and pleasure. Suggested Further Reading: The History of Sexuality Michael Foucault The Secret Museum: Pornography in Modern Culture Walter Kendrick Eros Revived: Erotica of the Enlightenment in England and America Peter Wagner A History of Erotic Literature Patrick J. 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