An Invitation to Feminist Ethics, 2nd Edition by Hilde Lindemann

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Author
Hilde Lindemann
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Pages
216 pages
ISBN
978-0190059316
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Description

An Invitation to Feminist Ethics by Hilde Lindemann offers a clear and accessible introduction to this vital field. The book explores how power dynamics through gender shape moral practices and theories, making it essential reading in an era marked by heightened awareness of feminist issues. It covers fundamental concepts like intersectionality, gender neutrality, and androcentrism, guiding readers through the complexities of contemporary ethics with ease. Starting from basic definitions of ethics, feminism, and gender, the text delves into topics such as discrimination, oppression, personal identities, and their vulnerability to injustice. Lindemann also examines how standard moral theories—social contract theory, utilitarianism, and Kantian ethics—are critiqued from a feminist perspective, introducing readers to feminist care theory and responsibility ethics. Detailed sections on bioethics, violence, and the globalized economy illustrate the application of these concepts in real-world scenarios, emphasizing the urgent need for feminist ethical approaches.