Ecofeminist Philosophy A Western Perspective on What it is and Why it Matters

About this book

A philosophical exploration of the nature, scope, and significance of ecofeminist theory and practice. This book presents the key issues, concepts, and arguments which motivate and sustain ecofeminism from a western philosophical perspective.

Contents

Nature is a feminist issue; motivating ecofeminism by taking empirical data seriously; what are ecofeminists saying? an overview of ecofeminist position; quilting ecofeminist philosophy; a Western perspective on what ecofeminist philosophy is; how should we treat nature? ecofeminist philosophy and environmental ethics; ethics in a fruit bowl; ecofeminist ethics; must everyone be vegetarian? ecofeminist philosophy and animal welfarism; what is ecological about ecofeminist philosophy? ecofeminist philosophy, ecosystem ecology, and Leopold's "Land Ethic"; with justice for all - ecofeminist philosophy and social justice; surviving patriarchy; ecofeminist philosophy and spirituality.

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