Foucault, feminism and history

Lisa Featherstone

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    Abstract

    Michel Foucault's contribution to postmodern history has been widely discussed, critiqued and admired. Several major theoretical works have addressed the idea that theorists can appropriate Foucauldian theory for feminist means. I wish to merge these two areas of analysis and consider the use (and abuse) of Foucault for feminist history. In order to do so I offer a two-fold examination: first, of the significance of Foucauldian modes of analysis for feminist theories; and second, a consideration of Foucault's relevance for feminist historians. The aim is to examine the potential for a feminist alliance with Foucault and to explore its political ramifications.
    Original languageEnglish
    Title of host publicationFeminist alliances
    Place of PublicationAmsterdam ; New York
    PublisherRodopi
    Pages77-90
    Number of pages14
    ISBN (Print)9042017287
    Publication statusPublished - 2006

    Publication series

    NameValue inquiry book series
    PublisherRodopi B.V.
    Volume175

    Keywords

    • feminism
    • feminist theory

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