Feminist Legal Theory (Second Edition) - (Critical America) by Nancy Levit & Robert R M Verchick & Martha Minow (Paperback)

Feminist Legal Theory: A Primer is a comprehensive and accessible guide to understanding the diverse strands of feminist legal theory, including equal treatment theory, cultural feminism, dominance theory, critical race feminism, lesbian feminism, postmodern feminism, and ecofeminism.

This fully updated second edition covers new material on women in politics, gender and globalization, and the promise and danger of expanding social media.

The book provides an in-depth analysis of legal topics such as domestic violence, reproductive rights, workplace discrimination, education, sports, pornography, and global issues of gender, while highlighting cutting-edge topics at the intersection of law and gender, including single-sex schools, abortion, same-sex marriage, rape on college campuses, and international trafficking in women and girls.

With a focus on practical applications and real-life examples, Feminist Legal Theory: A Primer is an essential resource for anyone interested in understanding the complex intersections of gender, law, and society.