(rather than as complementary) and exclusive (rather than as inclusive); 3. the logic of domination, “a logical structure of argumentation that “justifies” domination and subordination”. The last is “explanatorily basic” as the bottom lines in ecofeminist discussions of oppression, “if accepted, it provides a justification for keeping downs down”. In short, “for any X and Y, if X is morally superior to Y, then X is morally justified in subordination Y”(Warren, The Power and the Promise of Ecological
Tanya De La Riva Professor Rogers LAS 260 03 March 29, 2024 Week 9, 10, & 10: Oscar Season & Women In Film The readings on the "Barbie" movie and "NYAD" provide insights into two distinct narratives, each exploring themes of ambition, resilience, and the breaking of traditional barriers. "Barbie," directed by Greta Gerwig, is a live-action film that dives into the world of the iconic doll, portraying a story that likely challenges societal norms and expectations surrounding femininity and success
A Review of “The Devil and Deep Blue Sea” by Linda Pannozzo Introduction In her book The Devil and the Deep Blue Sea: An Investigation into the Scapegoating of Canada’s Grey Seal, Linda Pannozzo accomplishes few important things: she makes a compelling argument for the senseless killing of grey seal; she provides an analytic framework for the reasons of the decline of cod fish; and she provides a wealth of information on the politic behind scapegoating of Canada’s grey seal. Pannozzo presents The
the ecofeminist theory: the history of man's alienation from women and nature, the basis for the association between women and nature. Different feminist perspectives prior to the theory of ecofeminism and how they handled the mutual relationship between women and nature and how this led to the emergence of the theory of ecofeminism. Some of the important terms in the theory of ecofeminism, ecofeminism and deep ecology, ecofeminism and the feminine principle, characterization of ecofeminist philosophy
bravery, and the women of the Stitch and Bitch club all represent the ecofeminist aspect of the novel. Like in Prodigal Summer, the novel Animal Dreams revolves around a strong, female character, Codi, who has a vivid awareness to the natural world and longs for a more harmonious life with nature. Codi has the urge to educate her community about environmental threats and seeks defenses against those threats (E-2). “The ecofeminist categories
domination of women as if women were a homogenous group” (Ruether 35). I employ this point, made by Ruether, to argue that Pandey must expand her perspective to include views of women that do not align with traditional gender roles, which Southern ecofeminists often focus on. Women are often placed into the role of “caretakers of children, the gardeners, weavers, cookers, cleaners, and waste managers for men in the family” which ultimately diminishes the importance of and “inferiorize[s] this work” (Ruether
Deep ecology is a contemporary ecological philosophy that recognizes the inherent worth of other beings aside from their utility. The philosophy emphasizes the interdependent nature of human and non-human life as well as the importance of the ecosystem and natural processes. It provides a foundation for the environmental, ecology and green movements and has fostered a new system of environmental ethics. According to deep ecologists, the root, or “deep” cause of environmental destruction is anthropocentrism
walked at her side (Hogan, Mean Spirit 134). At the end of Mean Spirit Tate killed Ruth. As a result, Moses shot him dead. In fact, Hogan highlights the oppression inflicted upon women. Meanwhile, she pinpoints the previously discussed ecofeminist principle that women's liberation is inseparable from the struggle against the oppression and abuse of
consequence, she decided to send her young daughter, Grace Blanket, to live with her cousin, Moses Graycloud, and his wife, Belle Graycloud, so as to know about the white world. Later, Lila sent her two twin daughters, Sara and Molene to live with Grace and go to school. Molene died due to ''an illness spread by the white men who worked in the railroad'', and Sara became paralyzed (Hogan, Mean Spirit 7). In the early 1900s, each Indian had been given the choice to select any area of land not claimed
As a consequence, she decided to send her young daughter, Grace Blanket, to live with her cousin, Moses Graycloud, and his wife, Belle Graycloud, so as to know about the white world. Later, Lila sent her two twin daughters, Sara and Molene to live with Grace and go to school. Molene died due to ''an illness spread by the white men who worked in the railroad'', and Sara became paralyzed (Hogan, Mean Spirit 7). In the early 1900s, each Indian had been given the choice to select any area of land not