This textbook provides an analysis of the relations between philosophy and feminist thought. Examining not only feminist critiques of philosophical ideas, Gatens also looks at ways in which feminist theory can be informed by philosophical analysis and debates. Gatens adopts an historical approach, beginning with an analysis of Mary Wollstonecraft's critique of Rousseau. She then examines attempts by Harriet Taylor and J.S.Mill to extend liberal principles to women's situation. Other chapters discuss the work of more recent philosophers, including Simone de Beauvoir, Luce Irigaray, Mary Daly and Dale Spender. Gatens concludes with a discussion of current debates in the politics of sexual difference.
- ISBN10 025332551X
- ISBN13 9780253325518
- Publish Date 12 December 1991 (first published 8 August 1991)
- Publish Status Unknown
- Out of Print 26 July 2023
- Publish Country US
- Imprint Indiana University Press
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 168
- Language English