Philosophy in a Feminist Voice: Critiques and Reconstructions van Janet A. Kourany is an English-language study book that focuses on critical analyses and reconstructions within Western philosophy. This work is intended for students and professionals who are interested in the developments in philosophy that pay attention to gender and feminist theories.
The author discusses the deeply rooted anti-feminist prejudices that exist within Western philosophy and shows how philosophy can contribute to social change. The collection includes essays by leading feminist thinkers such as Eileen O'Neill, Louise Antony, Virginia Held, and Susan Bordo. Together, they explore new directions in Western philosophy that are relevant for both women and men.
This book shows that feminist philosophy is not an isolated discipline, but intertwined with the main areas of philosophy. It offers valuable insights and encourages further critical reflection and reconstruction within philosophy.
Topics covered include Western philosophy from c. 1800, feminism and feminist theory, and modern histories of philosophy.