Left Feminisms: Conversations on the Personal and Political

Left Feminisms is a collection of interviews that explore the complex relationships between the personal and political, offering insights into a range of feminist politics in the twenty-first century. It is an important archive for feminist activists, academics, and anyone interested in the history and present of feminism on the left.

Format: Paperback / softback
Publication date: 03 March 2023
Publisher: Lawrence & Wishart Ltd

This collection, which began as an interview series for the journal Soundings, has since evolved into one of the most vibrant, captivating, and accessible repositories of feminist theory and activism in recent years. The conversations in Left Feminisms delve into the intricate interplay between the personal and the political. The academic and activist journeys of the interviewees are intricately woven with an analysis of social and cultural transformations and strategies for solidarity. From discussions of the gendered dynamics of the far right in the US to sexism and racism in UK academia to organizing against household debt in Argentina, the book offers a diverse range of insights that span a broad spectrum of feminist politics in the twenty-first century. Featuring interviews with renowned feminist scholars such as Nancy Fraser, Gargi Bhattacharyya, Sheila Rowbotham, and Veronica Gago, this collection stands as a significant archive in its own right. It will be an invaluable resource for feminist activists, academics, and anyone with an interest in the history and ongoing evolution of feminism on the left.

Weight: 280g
ISBN-13: 9781913546083