Reintroducing Olive Schreiner: Decoloniality, Intersectionality and the Schreiner Theoria
Reintroducing Olive Schreiner: Decoloniality, Intersectionality and the Schreiner Theoria
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This book explores Olive Schreiner's thought, presenting her as one of the first proponents of an intersectional analysis of labor, women, and race. It analyzes her use of different genres of writing to represent the complexities of social life and oppressions and reveals a combination of social theory with practical substantive examples and analysis. It appeals to scholars of sociology and social theory with interests in the history of the discipline, intersectionality, and methods of research and analysis.
Format: Hardback
Length: 110 pages
Publication date: 21 October 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
This book delves into the profound and multifaceted thought of Olive Schreiner, an internationally renowned writer, feminist theorist, social critic, opponent of imperialism and nationalism, and analyst of violence and war. Best known for her novels, short stories, articles, and critical commentaries, as well as her seminal feminist treatise, Women and Labour, Schreiner's ideas and analyses have resonated with a new generation of sociologists, positioning her as one of the pioneering proponents of an intersectional approach. In her exploration of the pressing issues of her time—on labor, women, and race—Schreiner presents a compelling argument that these aspects of society are interconnected and mutually reinforcing, while also being intricately bound with capitalism, imperialism, and war. Through a meticulous analysis of her diverse range of writing genres, the author uncovers a rich tapestry of social theory intertwined with practical and substantive examples, forming the core of Schreiner's intellectual and moral project. This unique approach, which diverged from her contemporaries, sets her apart as a visionary forerunner of contemporary sociological thinking.
Reintroducing Olive Schreiner is a valuable contribution to the field of sociology and social theory, appealing to scholars with interests in the history of the discipline, intersectionality, research methodologies, and analytical approaches. By shedding light on the thought of a figure whose ideas are only now receiving the recognition they deserve, this book offers a fresh perspective on the evolution of sociological thought and its relevance to our understanding of the complex social dynamics of our time.
Weight: 390g
Dimension: 254 x 178 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367765545
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