The Coming of a New Millennium - Softcover

Heidi Neale; Nick Manolukas

9780965977821: The Coming of a New Millennium

Softcover

ISBN 10: 096597782X ISBN 13: 9780965977821

Publisher: LABRYS, 1998

This story revives the ancient Minoan culture which, in The Chalice and the Blade, Riane Eisler refers to as the last of the partnership societies that once flourished around the globe. The authors bring the Minoans to life in a fun, near-future adventure, which weaves together archeology, Neolithic studies, comparative mythology and religion, feminine spirituality, history and CHAOS theory.

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From the Publisher:

We're in the midst of the millennium muck -- it's permeating the media, stifling our entertainment options and drowning us in doom and despair. While this is perfectly predictable, given the long-standing expectation of Armageddon, what we need now more than ever is an optimistic, hopeful vision of the future. The Coming of a New Millennium embodies this vision, and brings it to a wide audience.

From the Author:

We'll never forget our first glimpse of the Minoan civilization at the Heraklion Archeological Museum on the Greek island of Crete. From the moment we entered the great hall of the frescoes, we were captivated by these beautiful, enigmatic people who lived so long ago. Despite conventional explanations about the Minoans' nature, it was clear to us that this culture was radically different from those which subsequently arose. There were no depictions of violence or warfare in their art, and their temple complex had no military fortifications. Here was a technologically advanced civilization who lived in peace and partnership, 3,600 years ago! We believe the Minoan civilization can be a model for the type of society we humans are capable of creating once again.

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