Antigone Rising

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About this book

"The picture of classical antiquity most of us learned in school is framed in certain ways -- glossing over misogyny while omitting the seeds of feminist resistance. Many of today's harmful practices, like school dress codes, exploitation of the environment, and rape culture, have their roots in the ancient world. But in Antigone Rising, classicist Helen Morales reminds us that the myths have subversive power because they are told -- and read -- in different ways. Through these stories, whether it's Antigone's courageous stand against tyranny or the indestructible Caeneus, who inspires trans and gender queer people today, Morales uncovers hidden truths about solidarity, empowerment, and catharsis. Antigone Rising offers a fresh understanding of the stories we take for granted, showing how we can reclaim them to challenge the status quo, spark resistance, and rail against unjust regimes."--Amazon.com.

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4.0/5 · 1912 readers · 240 pages · ≈ 4 h 27 m · Moderate

How long does it take to read Antigone Rising?

About ≈ 4 h 27 m — 240 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.Typical novel≈ 5 h 56 mAntigone Rising~4 h 27 m

How many pages is Antigone Rising?

240 pages in its most-read edition.Typical novel320Antigone Rising240

What genre is Antigone Rising?

It sits on the Religion shelves.

Is Antigone Rising in the public domain?

No — it is still under copyright.

Who wrote Antigone Rising?

Helen Morales.

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