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The classical origins of modern homophobia / Robert H. Allen.
- Title
- The classical origins of modern homophobia / Robert H. Allen.
- Author
- Allen, Robert H. (Robert Howard), 1949-
- Publication
- Jefferson, N.C. : McFarland, c2006.
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| Status | Format | Access | Call Number | Item Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Text | Use in library | HQ76.4 .A44 2006 | Off-site |
Details
- Description
- vii, 229 p.; 26 cm.
- Summary
- "This book takes an in-depth look at the ancient roots of homophobia, including its Pythagorean origins and its eventual spread throughout the Roman Empire and, consequently, the rest of the world"--Provided by publisher.
- Subject
- Bibliography (note)
- Includes bibliographical references (p. 217-226) and index.
- Processing Action (note)
- committed to retain
- Contents
- Introduction -- Harmodios and Aristogeiton, the political lovers -- Pythagorean origins -- Plato and the tragedy of Greece -- Macedonian imperialism and the hellenistic age -- The Hellenic twilight -- Roman domination : the origins of modern homophobia -- Double edged homophobia : the final shape of the classical heritage -- Christianity : the triumph of homophobia -- The birth of modern homophobia.
- ISBN
- 0786423498 (softcover : alk. paper)
- 9780786423491
- LCCN
- ^^2006004313
- Owning Institutions
- Harvard Library