Numerous problems present themselves in reconstructing the life of women in ancient Greece. ... There is good evidence to indicate that priestesses were more important than priests on Crete. ... Homer's works became the Greek "bible", outlining for the Greeks their heroic past, and how they were to feel, think, and behave, including what was the most important facet of their life, fighting. ...

• Word Count: 7196
• Approx Pages: 29
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School