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Who Were The Amazons? -- Max Dashu Interview -- Encore Presentation

34 Circe Salon -- Make Matriarchy Great Again -- Disrupting History

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Patriarchal Suppression and the Myth of the Amazons

This chapter explores the theme of patriarchal authoritarianism and the suppression of women in Greek mythology and society. It discusses the portrayal of warrior women like Athena and the mythologized narrative of the Amazons being conquered by male figures. The discussion highlights the importance of looking beyond stereotypes and uncovering the overlooked stories and contributions of women from the ancient world.

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