Before Joan of Arc: Gender Identity and Heroism in Ancient Mesopotamian Birth Rituals

Within ancient Near Eastern studies, scholars have challenged the concept of dualistic gender division generally and, more specifically, with regard to texts and practices. They have raised the prospect for a more nuanced view of gender roles in the ancient Near East, introducing third or fourth gen...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Hammons, Meredith Burke
Other Authors: Dr. Annalisa Azzoni
Format: Others
Language:en
Published: VANDERBILT 2008
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Online Access:http://etd.library.vanderbilt.edu/available/etd-03312008-094229/