Feminist Theory

Bringing together influential voices and groundbreaking new essays, Feminist Theory: A Philosophical Anthology examines the key questions at the heart of feminist philosophy through a clear structure and accessible yet rigorous content. This carefully curated selection of classic and contemporary essays emphasizes the flourishing growth of feminist thought over time, ranging from foundational texts by Simone de Beauvoir, Judith Butler, and Kimberlé Crenshaw, to new essays by contemporary scholars like Kate Manne, Talia Mae Bettcher, and Robin Dembroff.

This edition expands on the original with fresh scholarship and a broader range of perspectives on gender, identity, knowledge, production and justice. New essays address intersectionality, gender identity, the critique of ideal theory, feminist critiques of traditional ethics, the impact of social norms on autonomy and epistemic injustice, and much more. Including critiques of traditional philosophical frameworks and self-reflection of feminism itself, this essential collection highlights how feminist theory shapes and challenges our current understanding of society.

Designed for students and scholars in philosophy, gender studies, and social theory, Feminist Theory: A Philosophical Anthology is ideal for students taking courses in feminist philosophy and feminist theory, educators in social sciences and humanities, and activists and professionals seeking a nuanced understanding of feminist philosophy.

ROBIN O. ANDREASEN is Chair and Professor in the Department of Linguistics & Cognitive Science at the Department of Philosophy at the University of Delaware. Her research interests lie at the intersection of philosophy of science and the philosophy of race and gender. Her work has been featured in many journals, including The British Journal of Philosophy of Science, Philosophy of Science, and Biology and Philosophy.

ANN E. CUDD is Professor of Philosophy at the University of Pittsburgh, where she also serves as Provost and Senior Vice Chancellor. Previously, she was Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at Boston University and University Distinguished Professor of Philosophy at the University of Kansas. She is co-editor of Theorizing Backlash: Philosophical Reflections on the Resistance to Feminism.

E. DÍAZ-LEÓN is Associate Professor in the Department of Philosophy at the University of Barcelona. She specializes in the philosophy of mind and language, and the philosophy of gender, race, and sexuality. Her main interests include the metaphysics of sexual orientation, the nature of social construction, and methodological issues surrounding conceptual ethics.