Feminist theory : a philosophical anthology / edited by Ann E. Cudd and Robin O. Andreasen.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Cudd, Ann E., 1959-

Andreasen, Robin O.

Series:

Blackwell philosophy anthologies ; 23.

Blackwell philosophy anthologies ; 23

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Feminism.

Feminist theory.

Physical Description:

x, 432 pages ; 26 cm.

Place of Publication:

Malden, MA : Blackwell Pub., 2005.

Summary:

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.The volume 's well-chosen essays contemplate the nature of sexist oppression; the sex/gender distinction; how gender-based norms influence conceptions of rationality, knowledge, and scientific objectivity; feminist ethics; feminist perspectives on self and autonomy; whether there exist distinct feminine moral perspectives; and what would comprise true liberation.With its introductory overview illustrating the development of feminism as a philosophical movement, this book can serve as a useful text in any philosophy course as well as a stand-alone text for a course in feminist theory.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

1405116609

1405116617

OCLC:

55096323