Feminist Philosophy

An Introduction

Inbunden, Engelska, 2021

Av Elinor Mason

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Feminist Philosophy: An Introduction provides a comprehensive coverage of the core elements of feminist philosophy in the analytical tradition. Part 1 examines the feminist issues and practical problems that confront us as ordinary people. Part 2 examines the recent and historical arguments surrounding the subject area, looking into the theoretical frameworks we use to discuss these issues and applying them to everyday life.With contemporary and lively debates throughout, Elinor Mason provides a rigorous and yet accessible overview of a rich array of topics including: feminism in a global contextwork and carereproductive rightssex worksexual violence and harassmentsexism, oppression, and misogynyintersectionalityobjectificationconsentideology, false consciousness, and adaptive preferences.An outstanding introduction which will equip the reader with a thorough knowledge of the fundamentals of feminism, Feminist Philosophy is essential reading for those approaching the subject for the first time.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum2021-07-30
Mått174 x 246 x 22 mm
Vikt640 g
FormatInbunden
SpråkEngelska
Antal sidor258
FörlagTaylor & Francis Ltd
ISBN9781138215948

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Introduction 1. Feminism in a Global and Multicultural Context Part 1: Practice 2. Work and Care 3. Reproductive Rights 4. Pornography 5. Sex Work 6. Sexual Violence and Harassment Part 2: Theory 7. Sexism, Oppression, and Misogyny 8. Intersectionality 9. Ideology, False Consciousness, and Adaptive Preferences 10. Objectification 11. Consent 12. Knowledge and Ignorance 13. Speech Acts and Silencing. Glossary Bibliography Index

"In this engaging and well-crafted introduction to feminist philosophy, Elinor Mason offers us a helpful contemporary map of a perpetually contested intellectual terrain. Mason guides the reader through a range of debates that display the continuing vivacity and urgency of feminist thinking." - Miranda Fricker, City University of New York Graduate Center, USA"The book is wonderfully clear and engaging. It provides an introduction to a diverse range of topics such as sex work, objectification and intersectionality. The philosophical debates within each topic are explained with attention to detail and rigour that will rewarding for students and teachers alike." - Natalie Stoljar, McGill University, Canada