Vegetal Sex: Philosophy of Plants

Vegetal Sex explores the concept of plant sex and challenges the traditional zoological categories of sex by examining the history of the analogy between animals and plants. It suggests a non-zoocentric, plant-centred philosophy of vegetal sex and highlights the entwined relationship between philosophy and botany.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 03 November 2022
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Vegetal Sex is a groundbreaking book that delves into the captivating realm of plant philosophy, embarking on a thought-provoking exploration of the concept of plant sex. It challenges the traditional understanding of gender and sexuality by questioning whether the terms "male" and "female" apply equally to plants, trees, fungi, and algae. The book employs a detailed analysis of significant historical moments, spanning from Aristotle to the present day, to trace the evolution of the analogy between animals and plants. It reveals how this analogy continues to shape contemporary botany and raises the intriguing question of what a non-zoocentric, plant-centered philosophy of vegetal sex would entail. By demonstrating the intimate relationship between philosophy and botany, Vegetal Sex offers a unique perspective on vegetal being and encourages us to contemplate the vegetal within ourselves. This thought-provoking work not only expands our understanding of nature but also sheds light on the interconnectedness of all living beings.

Weight: 336g
Dimension: 217 x 139 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781350274938