This is more a mythos than actual social science. While I emotionally identified with the theories in the book, as an historian I cannot abide sloppy scholarship. " The book is only history in the loosest terms. Some of it was a bit dogmatic but she's right about the world needed a change from the violence and aggression of male dominance.
" This was an interesting interpretation of ancient cultures based on archeological evidence. It really got me to thinking about our culture in new ways, and to understand literature and mythology in new ways. " This will always be one of my top books. The end gets a little tedious, but this one is a must read. Eisler has a very illuminating perspective on history, historians and human nature. " This book really fills out the mystery of the "matriarch" that is vaguely referenced to in early parts of history. All of the seeds are within us for total community and ecstacy. All I have to start with is loving myself and my neighbor. " What I learned from this book: all of my dreams for the world I live in are totally possible. I admit, it's a bit feminazi, but still supremely interesting. " the underestimated woman.if you don't believe me, take a look at this book. I read this book at a fairly young age, and it changed my life. I remember being struck by how thorough the research seemed. " I'm sure there's a bunch of theory/research in here that is now considered outdated, so I will need to re-read. It's also quite out of date, and it would be interesting to see an updated version of this argument. " I like the ideas in this book, I'm just not sure how scientifically valid the author's research and conclusions are. " Awesome deconstruction of the patriarchal paradigm! " - James, " This book began the biggest change in my life, by opening my eyes to patriarchy.
" this is one of those books i really think everyone on earth should read. i reread it years after for a book club and thoroughly enjoyed the re-read " - Marisa, " this was probably one of the most memorable college "texts" that i read.
" This is what I like to call a "must read" for everyone. " Good beginning to historical interpretation. Loved this book and highly recommend it to anyone interested in spirituality, the dualism of the human being and feminists everywhere. This book, although it drags in parts due to the nature of the material being covered, is well worth the occasional slog-through. " Absolutely eye opening, and for me, this was one of those life altering books.you're never quite the same after reading it. Damned dirty Indo-Europeans ruined everything!!! " - David, " Wonderful introduction to to Matriarchal History. " There were some strong parts, and overall it has a noble purpose, but I don't think it was particularly well constructed or referenced. Sure, some may seem a little outlandish, but the message that life doesn't have to be about domination and competition is well articulated and thought-provoking. " This book really shakes the trees a little bit to seek out another possible human way of life that may have been there all along. This book is incredibly exciting and paradigm-shifting. " Outstanding! A must for any person interested in feminist theory. Her ideas about a gylanic society based on linking rather than ranking are excellent and should be pursued. Nor does she say that the Neolithic matrifocal societies were uptopias with no problems, just that they focused on nurturing rather than destruction. She reiterates many times that there are gentle men and less-than-gentle women. Those who brush this off as feminazi aren't reading well. Helps clarify how we got where we are, and where we can go if we want to. Overall Performance: Narration Rating: Story Rating:.
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