“The price the Virgin demanded was purity, and the way the educators of Catholic children have interpreted this for nearly two thousand years is sexual chastity. Impurity, we were taught, follows from many sins, but all are secondary to the principal impulse of the devil in the soul--lust.”
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Work
Alone of All Her Sex: The Myth and the Cult of the Virgin Mary
This book delves into the portrayal and veneration of the Virgin Mary in Christian tradition, examining her mythological aspects and the cult that has developed around her figure. more
Author
Marina Warner
Marina Warner is a renowned British novelist known for her unique literary style and in-depth research into mythology and folklore. Her works often blend history, culture, and personal narrative, exploring themes of gender, identity, and memory. more
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