Feminism Without Illusions: A Critique of Individualism
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Book Overview
In arguing that feminism has neither adequately acknowledged its ties to individualism nor squarely faced the extent to which many of its campaigns for social justice are based on the insistence of rights for the individual over good of the community, this study analyzes current political theory and its application to affirmative action, comparative worth and abortion rights. The author also examines the debate over feminist history and the relationship between feminism and postmodernism.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0807819409
ISBN13:9780807819401
Release Date:January 1991
Publisher:University of North Carolina Press
Length:364 Pages
Weight:1.70 lbs.
Dimensions:3.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"
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Excellent explanation of feminist theory and postmodernism
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
Fox-Genovese's book marks the culmination of decades of work in history and feminist theory. The range of knowledge represented here is staggering, yet her argument is elegant and clear: feminism, as the daughter of the liberal revolutions of the 18th century, creates both opportunities and serious dangers as postmodernism ascends. For anyone interested in feminist theory, postmodern theory, capitalism and the rise of the individual, or women's history, this book is a must-read. The bibliography alone is worth the cost of the volume.
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