The Alphabet Versus the Goddess

This thought-provoking book explores how the advent of alphabetic literacy transformed human culture, the brain, and gender relations. Dr. Shlain examines the shift from holistic, right-brain modes that honored feminine and divine imagery toward linear, left-brain thinking, influencing the development of patriarchal societies. Through reinterpretations of historical myths and religious traditions, the book offers a compelling perspective on the profound changes in culture and cognition shaped by written language.