Women

[George Thompson]

Lars Martin,

I have not seen this but it may be useful also:

Jewels of Authority : Women and Textual Tradition in Hindu India
by Patton, Laurie L.; Oxford University; New Delhi 2002.

Best,

George Thompson



>
> > Dear members of the list,
> >
> > On behalf of a student, I would like to ask you about
> Sanskrit texts
> > that portray women described as having knowledge and agency.
> > Typically, the courtesan fits this description, but the
> student would
> > also like to know if there are texts that describe more
> "mainstream"
> > women in this manner. Such women could for instance be
> aristocrats or
> > religious specialists. I would be grateful for any
> > references/suggestions.
> >
> > Best regards,
> >
> > Lars Martin Fosse
> >
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