Synopses & Reviews
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.
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Fox-Genovese has written a courageous, clear-sighted book that feminists will have to reckon with for a long time to come.
New Republic
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This is a refreshing and highly readable text.
Jean Bethke Elshtain, Vanderbilt University
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Fox-Genovese is at her best as a cultural critic, offering valuable commentaries on feminism and cultural trends in our society.
Kathryn Kish Sklar, State University of New York at Binghamton
Description
Includes bibliographical references (p. 289-326) and index.