{"title":"Mineke Schipper","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the enlightening works of Mineke Schipper, a renowned author whose writings delve into the rich tapestry of cultures and history. Specialising in cross-cultural narratives, Schipper brings to light themes that explore the depths of human civilisation and belief systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of her notable works, \u003cem\u003eThe Shrinking Goddess\u003c\/em\u003e, examines the transformation of female deities across centuries and cultures. It's an engaging and educational exploration that will captivate anyone interested in history, mythology, and women’s studies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSchipper's books are a treasure trove for history enthusiasts and anyone keen to uncover the intricate layers of our world's past. Her insightful narratives not only educate but also prompt readers to reflect on the enduring impact of historical themes in today's society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eImmerse yourself in Mineke Schipper's collection and gain a unique perspective on the stories that have shaped our world.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-shrinking-goddess-by-mineke-schipper-9781908906595","title":"The Shrinking Goddess","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWild and strange stories have circulated about the female body since antiquity. While legends of poisoned hymens and fanged vaginas circulated, the first female figure, Mother Earth, was recreated as a crooked rib. Ranging from the absurd to the empowering, these myths not only survive but continue to wield power today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Shrinking Goddess\u003c\/i\u003e brings together myths about the female form and traces the subsequent male efforts to \"tame\" it. Mineke Schipper examines how women's bodies have been represented since records began—the first Venus and vulva figures date to 40,000 BCE—and around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDrawing together the vast reservoir of myths, proverbs, art, science and scripture that shape how women are seen in the present day, Schipper reclaims the female body as a source of power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders of Angela Davis, Mary Beard, Audre Lorde, Betty Friedan, and Germaine Greer will want to read this book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'Mineke Schipper provides a fascinating and wide-ranging compendium of fact and fiction through the ages.' - J. M. Coetzee\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'Fascinatingly researched, clearly written and wonderfully illustrated,\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Shrinking Goddess\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003etakes back the story of the female body and sexuality from patriarchal mythmakers, fearmongers, and misogynists, both ancient and modern. Doing so, Mineke Schipper opens the way for a dialogue among people of all genders and sexualities seeking to topple the usual hierarchies and find another way, another world.' - Jane Caputi\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'A cultural and anthropological study of misogyny via global artworks, texts, myths and proverbs. Only by seeing what has been done can we undo it.' -\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ci\u003eNew Statesman\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46850384986348,"sku":"9781908906595","price":44.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/17906023482867.jpg?v=1759086603"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/mineke-schipper.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}