A Woman of Gozo

Archaeological evidence from the Megalithic Temples of Malta reveals that the Temple Period, spanning from the fourth millennium BC to around 2300 BC, was marked by a stable and complex society. This period is distinguished by the construction, maintenance, and repeated rebuilding of megalithic monuments and hypogea, suggesting sustained cultural practices. The abrupt end of this lifestyle remains unexplained, though the island's apparent abandonment does not preclude the possibility of lingering human activity. The enduring fascination with these prehistoric structures, including 'human' statues, underscores their significance in modern imagination.

(Ed.). (2023). A Woman of Gozo. Women in the Ancient Mediterranean World, 42–48. https://doi.org/10.1017/9781108646529.006