Ecofeminist Philosophy: A Western Perspective On What It Is And Why It Matters
- ISBN-10
- 0613915674
- ISBN-13
- 9780613915670
- Category
- Nature
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2000-10-01
- Publisher
- Turtleback Books
- Author
- Karen Warren
Description
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.
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- 2000
- 253 pages
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- Rowman & Littlefield
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- 2000
- 253 pages
- Paperback
- Rowman & Littlefield
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