Modern Philosophy - 20th Century, Literary Theory - Major Schools, Feminism & Feminist Theory, Social Sciences - General & Miscellaneous
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Overview
At last - an intelligent and accessible introduction to the relationship between feminism and deconstruction.In this incisive and illuminating book, Diane Elam unravels:
* the contemporary relevance of feminism and deconstruction
* how we can still understand and talk about the materiality of women's bodies
* whether gender can be distinguished from sex
* the place of ethics and political action in the light of postmodernist theory.
Clearly and brilliantly written, Feminism and Deconstruction is essential reading for anyone who needs a no-nonsense but stimulating guide through one of the mazes of contemporary theory.
Synopsis
At last - an intelligent and accessible introduction to the relationship between feminism and deconstruction.In this incisive and illuminating book, Diane Elam unravels:
* the contemporary relevance of feminism and deconstruction
* how we can still understand and talk about the materiality of women's bodies
* whether gender can be distinguished from sex
* the place of ethics and political action in the light of postmodernist theory.
Clearly and brilliantly written, Feminism and Deconstruction is essential reading for anyone who needs a no-nonsense but stimulating guide through one of the mazes of contemporary theory.
Book Details
Published
June 9, 1994
Publisher
Taylor & Francis, Inc.
ISBN
9780203129302