Women, Myth, and the Feminine Principle

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Exploring the "Divine Feminine," this book delves into the roles of women in various religious and mythological texts, including the Tibetan myth Gesar of Ling and the Guatemalan Popul Vuh. It examines the evolution of female characters, such as Sakuntala's transformation from a passive maiden to a strong mother figure, and the complex dynamics of Kriemhild and Brunhild in the Nibelungenlied. The work also highlights themes of creation, inner strength, and the struggles against patriarchal constraints, as seen in characters like Deirdre and Yentl.