Women in Daoism

Author	: Catherine Despeux
Publisher	: Three Pine Press
Total Pages	: 312
Release	: 2003
ISBN-10	: UOM:39015060662627
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Download or read book Women in Daoism written by Catherine Despeux and published by Three Pine Press. This book was released on 2003 with total page 312 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Women in Daoism' outlines the status and roles of women in the Daoist tradition from its inception to the present day. It describes the historical development and role of Daoist women in Chinese society, focusing on the different ideals women stood for as much as on the religious practices they cultivated.--Cover.

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