(Hardback, 2nd edition)

Investigates the statement that the major world religions consider women to be inferior to men by reviewing the religious tracts and laws relating to women. Presenting the socio-political context in which these ideas developed, this book reveals that none of them invented the concept, but accepted it as the custom of human society.

(Paperback, 2nd edition)

Investigates the statement that the major world religions consider women to be inferior to men by reviewing the religious tracts and laws relating to women. Presenting the socio-political context in which these ideas developed, this book reveals that none of them invented the concept, but accepted it as the custom of human society.