CHARLENE HADDOCK SEIGFRIED’S FEMINIST INTERPRETATION OF WILLIAM JAMES
CHARLENE HADDOCK SEIGFRIED’S FEMINIST INTERPRETATION OF WILLIAM JAMES
Author(s): Nikola StamenkovićSubject(s): Philosophy, Social Sciences, Gender Studies, Philosophical Traditions, Social Philosophy, Sociology, Pragmatism
Published by: Filozofsko društvo Srbije
Keywords: Charlene Seigfried Haddock; feminism; sexism; the woman question; William Jam
Summary/Abstract: Charlene Haddock Seigfried argues that William James’s philosophy significantly influenced the shaping of pragmatist feminism and feminist pragmatism. Interpreting his works, she recognized the potential of his ideas for feminist reconstruction and their alignment with feminist goals. However, Seigfried also criticizes James for what she perceives as pervasive sexism in his writings. In this paper, I will defend James from the accusations made by Seigfried and demonstrate that he did not hold such a hostile attitude towards women as she suggests.
Journal: Theoria
- Issue Year: 67/2024
- Issue No: 2
- Page Range: 17-29
- Page Count: 13
- Language: English
