Discovering Feminist Philosophy

Every part of this book, from the introductory chapter to the last analysis on the transnational feminism, was not only thought- provoking in general, but opend my eyes more and more as well, answered my general questions about the role of feminism in philosophical disourse in the world of academia. Why is it blurred and what does the male-dominated narrative say about it. This work delved into many aspects of the sub-fields in philosophy studies, such as the role of feminist approach to the philosophy of ethics and conflict, in the context of war, rape and sexual violence. The references are great and in the introductory part, May Schott introduces the audience to other encyclopedic sources in feminism and philosophy. In the first chapter, she responds to different criticisms on the existence of “feminism” in the world of philosophy. In the second chapter, demonstrates the concept of epistemology and the question of feminism and women's issues accordingly. May Schott also questions the dominant, mainstream ideas written and told by the male figures who are known as great philosophers to most people. She talks about several cases of gender inequalities in Denmark's academic spaces as well, and challenges the common stereotypical beliefs about the role of women Scandinavian countries. The chapter that accounts for conflict and the study of rape in wars was a tough read, though necessary. She also puts a number of solutions to the issue of trauma women have experienced over the course of post-war years. This book is definitely not enough if you want to read more on feminism and its significance in philosophy fields, however, it was a great starter. Not too bold, not too easy, a needed book for everyone if you ask me. Or those of you, who major in philosophy and struggle with sexism in your classes, or if you're into the basic philosophical discussions that are related to the human position in the world, women's image from the perspective of famous figures such as Plato and Kant, or if you're just curious about feminism. Amazing work. I hope one day I could write like May Schott.