Women, Philosophy and Literature

Focusing on philosophical themes, this book examines the writings of five prominent twentieth-century women authors, including writers of color. It explores ontological, ethical, and feminist concerns in the works of Margaret Drabble, Virginia Woolf, Simone de Beauvoir, Toni Cade Bambara, and Elena Poniatowska. The author provides a comprehensive overview of each writer's contributions while emphasizing traditional philosophical inquiries alongside a detailed feminist analysis of their texts.