Beschreibung:
Feminist Perspectives on Disability provides a much needed synthesis of the ideas in two high profile fields, feminism and disability studies. It is written by an experienced researcher and teacher and will not only prove a valuable addition to the series but will also make an important contribution in its own right to the development of theory and practice in these two fields.
1. Introduction.2. Historical Issues3. Interface of Public and Private Issues4. Medical and Social Barriers of Disability5. Rights Movements6. Power, Knowledge7. Equality and Difference8. Conclusion