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When the Spanish arrived in Peru in 1532, men of the Inca Empire worshipped the Sun as Father and their dead kings as ancestor heroes, while women venerated the Moon and her daughters, the Inca queens, as founders of female dynasties. In the preInca period, such notions of parallel descent were expressions of complementarity between men and women. Examining the interplay between gender ideologies and political hierarchy, Irene Silverblatt shows how Inca rulers used their Sun and Moon traditions as methods of controlling women and the Andean peoples the Incas conquered. She then explores the process by which the Spaniards employed European male and female imageries to establish their own rule in Peru and to make new inroads on the power of native women, particularly poor peasant women.Harassed economically and abused sexually, Andean women fought back, earning in the process the Spaniards condemnation as witches. Fresh from the European witch hunts that damned women for susceptibility to heresy and diabolic influence, Spanish clerics were predisposed to charge politically disruptive poor women with witchcraft. Silverblatt shows that these very accusations provided women with an ideology of rebellion and a method for defending their culture.
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- Q: How many pages are in 'Moon, Sun and Witches'? A: This book contains three hundred two pages. It offers an in-depth exploration of gender ideologies in the context of Inca and Spanish history.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The binding type is paperback. This makes it flexible and lightweight for easy handling and reading.
- Q: What are the dimensions of 'Moon, Sun and Witches'? A: The book measures five point five one inches in length, zero point seven six inches in width, and eight point five inches in height. These dimensions make it portable and easy to store.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Moon, Sun and Witches'? A: The author is Irene Marsha Silverblatt. She examines the intersection of gender and political power in the Inca Empire.
- Q: What is the main topic of 'Moon, Sun and Witches'? A: The main topic is the interplay between gender ideologies and political hierarchy in the Inca Empire and Spanish colonial Peru. It discusses how women were viewed and treated during these times.
- Q: Is 'Moon, Sun and Witches' suitable for academic study? A: Yes, it is suitable for academic study. The book provides a scholarly analysis of historical gender dynamics and is backed by extensive research.
- Q: How should I care for this paperback book? A: To keep this book in good condition, store it upright in a dry place and avoid exposing it to direct sunlight. This helps prevent fading and wear.
- Q: Can I read 'Moon, Sun and Witches' if I'm not familiar with Inca history? A: Yes, you can read it without prior knowledge of Inca history. The author provides context and background information to help readers understand the content.
- Q: Is this book appropriate for high school students? A: Yes, it is appropriate for high school students, especially those interested in history or gender studies. It presents complex ideas in an accessible manner.
- Q: What genre does 'Moon, Sun and Witches' fall under? A: The book falls under the genre of historical sociology. It combines elements of history and social science to analyze cultural practices.
- Q: What are common themes explored in this book? A: Common themes include gender roles, colonialism, religious beliefs, and resistance. The author explores how these themes influenced the lives of Andean women.
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- Q: How does 'Moon, Sun and Witches' compare to other historical sociology books? A: This book offers a unique perspective on gender in the context of colonialism. It stands out for its focus on Andean women's experiences.
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