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Natural Eloquence: Women Reinscribe Science (Science & Literature)
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Women have long participated in the dissemination of science, a part of the history of science that until recently has been undervalued and little explored. By practicing the arts of science writing, lecturing, and scientific illustration, women popularizers of science have played a significant role in creating scientific culture. Natural Eloquence, a collection of essays examining the work of both lesserknown women of science from the nineteenth century and such prominent twentiethcentury figures as Rachel Carson, Dian Fossey, and Diane Ackerman, raises thoughtful questions about marginalization, popularization, and originality.Illuminating many facets of womens science writing in the Englishspeaking world, some essays show how women pioneered in describing the natural histories of Canada, Australia, and the United States. Other essays look at the ways British and American science writers positioned themselves to address audiences of women, children, and the working class. Women also established literary traditions in science, tested the limits of established scientific writing, provided alternate visions of science (including critiques of Darwins theories of sexual selection), and fashioned new representations of self and nature.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Natural Eloquence: Women Reinscribe Science'? A: The main theme of 'Natural Eloquence' is the exploration of women's contributions to science through writing, lecturing, and illustration, highlighting their roles in shaping scientific culture.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Natural Eloquence' is Barbara Gates.
- Q: What types of essays are included in this collection? A: The collection includes essays that examine the work of both lesser-known women from the nineteenth century and prominent figures like Rachel Carson and Dian Fossey.
- Q: When was 'Natural Eloquence' published? A: The book was published on April 15, 1997.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 256 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Does this book address any critiques of Darwin's theories? A: Yes, some essays in the book provide alternate visions of science, including critiques of Darwin’s theories of sexual selection.
- Q: What audiences does the book aim to address? A: The book discusses how women science writers positioned their works to address audiences such as women, children, and the working class.
- Q: Is there any focus on the history of science in this book? A: Yes, the book illuminates the history of women's engagement with science, particularly in the English-speaking world.
- Q: Can this book help in understanding women's roles in popularizing science? A: Absolutely, 'Natural Eloquence' raises thoughtful questions about marginalization, popularization, and originality in women's science writing.