Cinzia Arruzza is a philosopher whose work delves into the intersections of ancient metaphysics, political thought, and contemporary critical theory. Her scholarship navigates the complexities of Plato and Aristotle, exploring foundational concepts of governance and reality. Arruzza also critically examines Marxist theory and feminist perspectives, focusing on capitalism, gender, and the dynamics of social reproduction. Her intellectual inquiries aim to bridge classical philosophical concerns with pressing modern socio-economic issues.
An accessible introduction to the relationship between the workers movement and the womens movement. The first part is historical, the second theoretical. Historical examples range from the mid-19th century to the 1970s and include events, debates and key personalities from China, Russia, the USA, France, Italy, Spain and Britain.