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Non-Fiction, History & Politics, Ancient History, Religion & Spirituality, Mythology, Folklore & Legends

Venus and Aphrodite: History of a Goddess

Bettany Hughes (author)

Paperback Published on: 12/11/2020

£12.99

2 reviews

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Reverence to Renaissance to just plain rude: Venus in history

Bettany Hughes is in top form as she tackles one of the most mysterious gods ever to inhabit the human pantheon. The history of the goddess, her many names... READ MORE

William Taylor

A really lovely, enthusiastic and insightful little book!

There’s so much more to Venus and Aphrodite than I had realised. Her story is a wonderful way to read about societal takes on gender, love and passion acro... READ MORE

Katy Vincent-Spall

Synopsis

'Lively' THE TIMES
'Engrossing' THE SPECTATOR
'Stunning' WOMAN & HOME
'Marvellous' BBC HISTORY MAGAZINE

Through ancient art, evocative myth, intriguing archaeological discoveries and philosophical explorations, Bettany Hughes takes us on a voyage of discovery to reveal the truth behind Venus, and why this immortal goddess is so much more than nudity, romance and sex. It is both the remarkable story of one of antiquity's most potent forces, and the story of human desire - how it transforms who we are and how we behave.