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On Monique Wittig: Theoretical, Political, and Literary Essays,Used
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Monique Wittig was a leading French feminist, social theorist, prose poet, and novelist whose work was foundational to the development of lesbian and women's studies. This collection of essays on Wittig's work is the first sustained examination of her broadranging literary and theoretical works in English. A major feminist theorist on a par with Julia Kristeva, Helene Cixous, and Luce Irigaray, Wittig relocated to teach in the U.S. while maintaining an intellectual presence in Europe before her unexpected death in January 2003. On Monique Wittig includes twelve essays, including three previously unpublished pieces by Wittig herself. Their contents run the gamut of Wittig's corpus, from the political, to the theoretical, to the literary, while representing French, Francophone, and U.S. critics: Diane Griffin Crowder looks at the U.S. feminist movement, Linda Zerilli considers gender and will philosophically, and Teresa de Lauretis examines the development of lesbian theory. Together, these essays situate Wittig's work in terms of the cultural contexts of its production and reception. This is the first book to appear on Wittig following her death, and an indispensable tool for femin
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- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'On Monique Wittig'? A: The book offers a comprehensive examination of Monique Wittig's influential literary and theoretical works, exploring her contributions to feminist thought and lesbian studies.
- Q: Who is the author of this collection of essays? A: The book is authored by Namascar Shaktini, who has compiled essays from various critics as well as previously unpublished pieces by Wittig.
- Q: What types of essays are included in this collection? A: The collection includes twelve essays, covering a range of topics from political and theoretical discussions to literary analyses of Wittig's work.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone new to feminist theory? A: Yes, the book is accessible for readers new to feminist theory, as it provides foundational insights into Wittig's contributions and their significance.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'On Monique Wittig'? A: The book was published on April 4, 2005.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book has a total of 230 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Are there any previously unpublished works by Wittig in this book? A: Yes, the collection includes three previously unpublished pieces by Monique Wittig herself.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is in brand new condition.
- Q: In what category does 'On Monique Wittig' fall? A: This book is categorized under Genre Fiction.