
Missing, Presumed…Absent? Where Were All the Ancient Women?
Women Who Went Before
Gender Perspectives: Ancient Views and Modern Implications
This chapter explores historical perspectives on sex and gender, contrasting ancient Greco-Roman beliefs with modern understandings. It examines how notions of female inferiority shaped societal norms and representations, using examples like Macrina to illustrate the complexities of gender performance and the paradox of women's achievements.
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