ABSTRACT
There has been a rising interest in the study of Mary Wollstonecraft (1759-1797) in philosophy, political theory, literary studies and the history of political thought in recent decades. The Wollstonecraftian Mind seeks to provide a comprehensive survey of her work, not only placing it in its historical context but also exploring its contemporary significance. Comprising 38 chapters by a team of international contributors this handbook covers:
- the background to Wollstonecraft’s work
- Wollstonecraft’s major works
- the relationship between Wollstonecraft and other major philosophers
- Wollstonecraftian philosophy
- Wollstonecraft’s legacy
Essential reading for students and researchers in philosophy, Wollstonecraft’s work is central to the study of political philosophy, literature, French studies, political thought, and feminism.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
part 1|79 pages
Background
part 2|69 pages
Major works
part 3|136 pages
Interlocutors
part 4|83 pages
Philosophy
part 5|123 pages
Legacies