Lady of the beasts

Description:

This vivid and provocative book provides an unparelleled overview of the Goddess as she was defined by the ancient societies whose people worshiped her. The author spent more than four decades studying Goddess images--statues, religious artifacts, and art--from Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and other parts of the world. With more than 400 magnificent illustrations and photographs (many in color) of historic and prehistoric objects, this book provides a diverse display of stunning images that focus on the Goddess in relation to her sacred animals.

subjects: Animals,  Animals in art,  Goddesses,  Mother goddesses,  Mother goddesses in art,  Mother-goddesses,  Religious aspects,  Religious aspects of Animals,  History (GIC),  New York Times reviewed,  Animals, religious aspects