Alone of All Her Sex: The Myth and the Cult of the Virgin Mary
A cultural history tracing the myth and worship of the Virgin Mary and her lasting influence on Western society and gender ideals.
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This book examines the development of the Virgin Mary as both myth and religious icon.
It traces how her image has been shaped by culture, theology, and politics over time.
The study draws on art, literature, and doctrine to show the persistence of her cult.
Marina Warner explores the tensions between idealization and lived experience of women.
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