Second Wave feminism collapsed in the early 1980s when a universal definition of women was abandoned. At the same time, as a reaction to the narcissism of white middle class feminism, "intersectionality" led to many different feminisms according to race, sexual preference and class. These ongoing segregations make it impossible for women to unite politically and they have not ended exclusion and discrimination among women, especially in the academy.InInclusisve Feminism, Naomi Zack provides a universal, relational definition of women, critically engages both Anglo and French feminists and shows how women can become a united historical force, with the political goal of ruling in place of men.

Naomi Zack is professor of philosophy at the University of Oregon.

Chapter 1 Beyond IntersectionalityChapter 2 The Identity of WomenChapter 3 Female Designation, Culture and AgencyChapter 4 Inclusive Feminist Social Theory: Requirements and MethodologyChapter 5 Inclusive Feminist Psychological Theory and Gender DevelopmentChapter 6 Inclusive Feminist Connections Between Psychological Theory and Social TheoryChapter 7 A Feminist Theory of HistoryChapter 8 World Paths Toward Women's Political EqualityChapter 9 ConclusionChapter 10 ReferencesChapter 11 Index