Feminist Theory: A Philosophical Anthology
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| Rating | : | 4.40 (765 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1405116617 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 448 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-05-10 |
| Language | : | English |
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Her work has been featured in many journals including The British Journal of Philosophy of Science, Philosophy of Science, and Biology and Philosophy.. Andreasen is Assistant Professor of Philosophy and Women’s Studies at the University of Delaware. Ann E. She is co-editor of Theorizing Backlash: Philosophical Reflections on the Resistance to Feminism (with Anita Superson, 2002).Robin O. Cudd
Antony, Ohio State University. The editors’ crystal-clear introductions and astute choice of readings offer the professor an unusual degree of pedagogical flexibility.” Louise M. “This excellent collection of foundational and groundbreaking readings in feminist philosophy displays the impressive breadth of feminist contributions to the field. A fine reader for introductory as well as more advanced courses.” Marilyn Friedman, Washington University“An invaluable survey of philosophical responses to central questions in feminist theory
Topics include the nature of sexist oppression, the sex/gender distinction, how gender-based norms influence conceptions of rationality, knowledge, and scientific objectivity, feminist ethics, feminst perspectives on self and autonomy, whether there exist distinct feminine moral perspectives, and what would comprise true liberation.Features an introductory overview illustrating the development of feminism as a philosophical movementContains both classic and contemporary sources of feminist thought, including selections by Mary Wollstonecraft, John Stuart Mill, Simone de Beauvior, Kate Millett, bell hooks, Marilyn Frye, Martha Nussbaum, Louise Antony, Sally Haslanger, Helen Longino, Marilyn Friedman, Catharine MacKinnon, and Drucilla Cornell.. Feminist Theory: A Philosophical Anthology addresses seven philosophically significant questions regarding feminism, its central concepts of sex and gender, and the project of centering women’s experience
"Helpful for class" according to Catherine. Bought as a textbook for a Feminist Perspective class. Provided a very insightful perspective on feminist theory. Ended up getting an A in the class. The readings were helpful for sure, and the topic as a whole was interesting to me.