You Goddess!

Lessons in Being Legendary from Awesome Immortals

Elizabeth Foley, Beth Coates

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English

Faber & Faber
03 November 2020

Social & cultural history; Religion & beliefs; Gender studies: women; Humour collections & anthologies; Gift books

Why settle for mere mortal excellence when you could be living like a goddess?

You Goddess! takes us on a colourful tour of ancient deities and legends through the prism of female power, sharing the mythical stories of 25 goddesses from every corner of the globe. From famous divas like Athena to less familiar heroines such as the Japanese dawn goddess Uzume, the Mayan 'jaguar goddess of midwifery' Ixchel and the African mermaid spirit Mami Wata, E. Foley and B. Coates show how the tales of these deities have been depicted by men over the centuries, revealing the ancient roots of toxic female stereotypes (the damsel in distress, the selfless mother, the tempting harlot).

Beautifully illustrated and fizzing with their signature feminist spirit, they reclaim these inspirational women for a new generation - and bring empowering mythical magnificence and celestial chutzpah into our daily lives.

By: Elizabeth Foley, Beth Coates
Imprint: Faber & Faber
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: Main
Dimensions: Height: 198mm, Width: 129mm, Spine: 19mm
Weight: 354g
ISBN: 9780571359967
ISBN 10: 0571359965
Pages: 272
Publication Date: 03 November 2020
Audience: General/trade , Professional and scholarly , General/trade , ELT Advanced , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

E. Foley and B. Coates are editors based in London. They are the bestselling authors of Homework for Grown-Ups (of which the Daily Telegraph said: 'This is an obvious candidate to take to a desert island, along with Shakespeare and the Bible'), Advanced Homework for Grown-Ups, Shakespeare for Grown-Ups, and the Homework for Grown-Ups Quiz Book. Their most recent book is What Would Boudicca Do?, illustrated by Bijou Karman. For regular inspiration follow @FoleyCoates.

Reviews for You Goddess!: Lessons in Being Legendary from Awesome Immortals

PRAISE FOR WHAT WOULD BOUDICCA DO? ""What a boost this book is: if these amazing women did it, we certainly can."" -- Olivia Coleman ""Funny, readable, and FASCINATING: a reminder that badass bitches come in all shapes and outfits. I think even Boudicca would take a break from slaying Romans to get inspired by it."" -- Sara Pascoe ""Such a great book!"" -- Dawn O'Porter