Feminist Political Theory: An Introduction

by Valerie Bryson

'Bryson's attempt to present a comprehensive picture of arguments, topics and writers is admirably carried out, and the sheer breadth of her scope is impressive...Overall...this is a very valuable contribution to the field.' - Diemut Bubeck, Political Studies 'an admirably clear and comprehensive introduction...which, though aimed primarily at undergraduates, will also be of value to A level students and teaches a comprehensive yet concise analysis which is lucid and measured in tone...It provides a timely reminder of the richness and variety of feminist debate since the 1960s, and reflects the current post-modernist tendency to celebrate the diversity of feminist thinking, rather than to try and elevate one approach above all the others.' - Jill Longmate, Talking Politics The most comprehensive introduction to feminist theory - in terms of its historical scope, international coverage and wide-ranging analysis of contemporary ideas - Feminist Political Theory offers lucid accounts of c

Genres: Feminism, Nonfiction, Gender, Politics, Philosophy, Research, Social Science

320 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 1992

Reviews

[Kerry · Rating 5 out of 5]

An excellent introduction to feminist political thought presented in a historically chronological order that relates ideas and their criticisms in a manner that encourages further independent exploration. For those trying to situate themselves within the broad discourse of theories about gender and feminism, this volume is a good beginning. It takes potentially painfully abstract concepts and distills them into digestible--though hardly reductionist--moments in feminism that can be used for greater understanding of individual theories or the narrative of feminist thinking as a whole.

[Mirela · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent work on the history of feminist political theories & movements in the EU and the US since the 17th century. Bryson with a remarkable academic yet comprehensible approach describes the evolution of feminism within political, economic systems and social movements. A must read for all those wondering on the roots of feminism and its evolution towards the postmodern queer theory.

[Aslı E. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Çok beğendim, 2000'lere kadar olan kısmı çok derli toplu anlatmış. Başlangıç kitabı sayılmaz ama.