The Legal Subjection of Men (eBook)

E. Belfort Bax (Autor)

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2022
53 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654702736-2 (EAN)

Infos

In "The Legal Subjection of Men," E. Belfort Bax presents a critical examination of the legal and social frameworks that perpetuate the subordination of men within the family and society. Employing a blend of philosophical inquiry and socio-economic analysis, Bax utilizes a clear, logical prose style that encapsulates the gender dynamics of his time while engaging with contemporary debates on marriage, paternal rights, and the legal system's treatment of men. Drawing from historical context, he challenges prevailing feminist ideologies, asserting that the legal system, under the guise of progressive reforms, often marginalizes male perspectives and autonomy. As a prominent figure in late 19th-century British socialist and feminist discourse, E. Belfort Bax's background in philosophy and political thought shaped his argumentation. His involvement with the Socialist and anarchist movements, along with his advocacy for men's rights, informs the book's context. Bax's experiences in a rapidly transforming societal landscape, characterized by shifting gender roles and rising feminist movements, inspire his inquiry into the often-overlooked consequences of legal frameworks on men, offering a counter-narrative to mainstream feminist theory. This thought-provoking work is essential for readers interested in gender studies, legal philosophy, and social criticism. It not only provides a nuanced perspective on the complexities of legal inequalities but also invites us to reconsider our understanding of gender dynamics. Whether you are a student, scholar, or a curious reader, Bax's incisive analysis will challenge your assumptions and expand your horizons on the nature of gender relations.

Autor

Ernest Belfort Bax, born on July 23, 1854, and passing on November 26, 1926, was a notable English journalist and philosopher, a pioneering advocate for men's rights and socialist ideologies. As an influential figure in the early 20th-century socio-political landscape, Bax combined his fervor for Marxist theory with a unique concern for gender relations, distinctively reflected in his work 'The Legal Subjection of Men' (1908), an early counterpoint to feminist discourse of the era, arguing for what he perceived as disparities in legal treatment favoring women over men in the British legal system. A truly interdisciplinary thinker, Bax wrote extensively on history, philosophy, socialism, and gender, with a literary style that intertwines robust academic research and pointed socio-political critique. His works exhibit a profound dialectical method gleaned from his deep-seated Marxist beliefs, and he was a frequent contributor to both socialist and secular humanist publications, where he articulated his views on class struggle, reform, and equality. Bax's contribution to early socialist thought and his efforts to initiate discussions on men's legal rights demarcate him as an intellectual pioneer, whose work continues to spark debate among scholars of gender studies and socialist theory.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 29.5.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Sozialwissenschaften ► Soziologie ► Gender Studies
• Schlagworte: 1900s works • 19th century classic books • 19th century gender inequality • 20th-century feminism • Anti-feminist response • Classic • classic british authors • E. Belfort Bax perspectives • E. Belfort Bax works • English legal system fiction • Equality in law • feminism and equality in fiction • Gender equality debate • Gender justice examination • Gender roles critique • gender studies in literature • Historical • Historical feminist discourse • Historical gender relations • historical socio-political novels • Legal discrimination • legal feminism critique • Legal history insights • Legal rights analysis • male subjugation narratives • men's rights discourse • Men's rights movement • philosophical gender theory • public domain classics • Social commentary literature • Social Justice advocacy • socio-legal analysis • Victorian Literature