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Beautiful Necessity: The Art And Meaning Of Womens Altars,New
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In The Most Basic Sense, An Altar Is A Home For Sacred Images, A Place For Venerating And Inviting The Comfort, Help, And Companionship Of The Gods. But The Amazing, Dazzling, Decorative, Poignant, Picturesque, Inspiring, Glowing, Passionate Altars In This Book Are Not Those Of Churches And Temples, Designed For The Official Worship Of An Omniscient God Ceremoniously Tended By A Priest, Rabbi, Or Minister. Instead, These Places Are The Expression Of The Most Intimate Beliefs And Fears, Memories And Dreams Of Women Who Are Making New Spiritual Traditions From Ancient Onespagan, Goddess, Celtic, Hindu, Buddhist, Catholic, Greek Orthodox. No One Knows More About This Remarkable Efflorescence Than Kay Turner, Who Has Been Exploring The Subject For Over Twenty Years Since Accidentally Encountering The Extraordinary Altar Of A Quiche Maya Womandescribed By Its Maker As A 'Beautiful Necessity'In Quetzaltenango, Guatemala. Since Then She Has Gathered Abundant Evidence Of How This Phenomenon Grips Women In The Most Diverse Locations, From The Studios Of Artists In New York, Detroit, And San Francisco To The Kitchens Of Mexicanamerican Homes In Texas, From Mama Lola Celebrating Afrocaribbean Gods In Brooklyn To A Wiccan Priestess In California Worshiping The Goddess Aphrodite. The Statues, Flowers, Pictures, Photographs, Drawings, Amulets, Pieces Of Shell, And Bits Of Earth That Are Collaged Together And Reproduced Here In Color Represent Their Makers Histories, Beliefs, And Desires. Turner Draws Out The Personal Stories That Lie Behind The Altars And Explains Their Appeal And Significance For Everyone.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Beautiful Necessity: The Art and Meaning of Women's Altars'? A: The main theme of the book explores the concept of women's altars as personal expressions of spirituality, beliefs, and memories, drawing from diverse traditions and cultures.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Beautiful Necessity' is Kay Turner, who has over twenty years of experience studying the significance of altars in women's spiritual practices.
- Q: What types of altars are discussed in the book? A: The book discusses various types of altars, including those inspired by pagan, goddess, Celtic, Hindu, Buddhist, Catholic, and Greek Orthodox traditions.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 176 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this edition? A: This edition of 'Beautiful Necessity' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as being in good condition.
- Q: When was 'Beautiful Necessity' published? A: The book was published on October 1, 1999.
- Q: What can readers expect to find in the illustrations of the book? A: Readers can expect to find color reproductions of various altars, including statues, flowers, photographs, and personal artifacts that represent the histories and beliefs of their makers.
- Q: Is there any specific focus on cultural diversity in the book? A: Yes, the book highlights the diverse cultural backgrounds of women creating altars, showcasing practices from locations like New York, Texas, and Guatemala.
- Q: What significance do the altars have for the women featured in the book? A: The altars serve as personal expressions of intimacy, connecting women to their beliefs, memories, and spiritual traditions, reflecting their unique life experiences.