Comprehensive survey of the field, combining a concise overview of key concepts with an original and integrated framework. Hess provides a clear discussion of the issues and misunderstandings that have arisen in these interdisciplinary conversations. His survey is up-to-date and includes recent developments in philosophy, sociology, anthropology, history, cultural studies, and feminist studies.
"clear and fair-minded ... no other book provides such an excellent map of the entire terrain." -"Choice",