The classical origins of modern homophobia / Robert H. Allen.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Allen, Robert H. (Robert Howard), 1949-

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Homophobia--History--To 1500.

Homophobia.

Civilization, Classical.

History.

Physical Description:

vii, 229 pages ; 26 cm

Place of Publication:

Jefferson, N.C. : McFarland, [2006]

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.

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.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 217-226) and index.

ISBN:

0786423498

OCLC:

63703893

Publisher Number:

9780786423491