Feminism and power : the need for critical theory /

This book offers a critique of power feminism using the critical theories of Theodor Adorno and Jacques Derrida. It counters a triumphalist reading of female empowerment using the "negative," parergonal philosophies of these two authors, and advocates listening to the sufferer rather than...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Clasificación:Libro Electrónico
Autor principal: Caputi, Mary, 1957-
Formato: Electrónico eBook
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: Lanham, Maryland : Lexington Books, [2013]
Temas:
Adorno, Theodor W., > 1903-1969.
Derrida, Jacques.
Feminism.
Feminist theory.
Power (Social sciences)
Féminisme.
Théorie féministe.
Pouvoir (Sciences sociales)
feminism.
SOCIAL SCIENCE > Feminism & Feminist Theory.
Acceso en línea:Texto completo
Tabla de Contenidos:
  • 1. Women's Empowerment and the Need for Critical Theory
  • 2. Instrumental Rationality and the "Brave New Girl"
  • 3. American Rugged Individualism and "New Girl" Toughness
  • 4. "Now Fight!": Violence and Vulgarity
  • 5. Feel-Good Feminism and the Power of Aesthetic Reasoning
  • 6. Listening, a Feminist Practice.

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