Exploring the interplay between mythology and family dynamics, Philip Slater examines the neurotic traits of Greek gods as reflections of fifth-century Athenian society. He delves into mother-son relationships, particularly through the lens of Hera and male gods, highlighting how these dynamics shaped male identity in a patriarchal culture. Slater addresses themes such as homosexuality, fatherless families, women's roles, and male pride, revealing how ancient narratives resonate with contemporary societal issues, making the past relevant to modern dilemmas.
Philip Slater Reihenfolge der Bücher
15. Mai 1927 – 20. Juni 2013
Philip Slater war Autor, Schauspieler, Dramatiker und Soziologe. Er lehrte Soziologie in Harvard, an der Brandeis University und an der University of California in Santa Cruz. Diese akademische Tätigkeit folgte auf seine Promotion in Harvard.



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Chrysalis Effect
- 242 Seiten
- 9 Lesestunden
Shows that the chaos and conflict experienced world-wide are the result of a global cultural metamorphosis, one which has accelerated so rapidly over the decades as to provoke fierce resistance. This book explains the metamorphosis of global culture whereby old cultural assumptions are challenged and innovations are seen as a social ill.
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