Warrior Women

Archaeologist's Search for Hist's Hidden Heroines

By: Jeannine Davis-Kimball, Mona Behan

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Paperback | 1 February 2003 | Edition Number 1

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288 Pages

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13+

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22.5 x 15 x 2.5

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This is the first mainstream book to explore the lost world of women warriors that stretches from Europe to Asia. Through her work Jeannine Davis-Kimball has unearthed an entire ancient class of women who defy historical assumptions because for centuries women wielded tremendous power in territories from China to the ancient Celtic lands. In her search for the truth, Dr. Kimball reveals: * The origin of the Amazons, a fierce nomadic tribe of women who inspired legends * A mysterious mummified priestess found in China - but of Celtic origin. * Banshees, historically lonely, screeching hags but they can be traced back to powerful cultic fertility symbols * The excavation of a site on the Eurasian Steppe filled with powerful members of an ancient nomadic cult, always thought to be men - until now! Modern women will find this fresh look at history enlightening and empowering. The book weaves science, mythology and mystical cultures into a bold new historical tapestry depicting some of the unsung heroes and leaders of the past.

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'Enlightening..a delightful book for armchair adventurers, archaeological enthusiasts, an anyone interested in the way that women have been portrayed.' - SARAH NELSON, author QUEENS IN ARCHAEOLOGY

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Non-Fiction Archaeology Society & Culture Social Groups Gender Studies Gender Studies: Women and Girls History General & World History Sociology & Anthropology Anthropology Social & Cultural Anthropology, Ethnography Earliest Times to Present Day

Ancient History to the Year 500 Fiction Crime & Mystery Fiction Literature, Poetry & Plays Non-Fiction Prose

Preface	p. xi
The Path to Pokrovka	p. 1
An Archaeologist in the Field	p. 14
The Power of the Hearth	p. 30
The Power of the Sword	p. 50
The Power of the Spirit	p. 67
Rich Legends: From Gold Man to Griffin	p. 96
The Advent of the Amazons	p. 112
China's Mysterious Mummies	p. 132
Ancient Fertility Rituals in the Tien Shan	p. 153
Mother Goddesses and Enarees	p. 169
Irish Warrior Queens and the Damsels of Death	p. 186
From Celts to Mongols: Women of Business and Kingmakers	p. 211
The Legacy of Warrior Women	p. 234
Glossary	p. 241
Bibliography	p. 249
Index	p. 254
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Archaeologist's Search for Hist's Hidden Heroines

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