“Feminism has both undone the hierarchy in which the elements aligned with the masculine were given greater value than those of the feminine and undermined the metaphors that aligned these broad aspects of experience with gender. So, there goes women and nature. What does it leave us with? One thing is a political mandate to decentralize privilege and power and equalize access, and that can be a literal spatial goal too, the goal of our designed landscapes and even the managed ones -- the national parks, forests, refuges, recreation areas, and so on.”
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Work
Storming the Gates of Paradise: Landscapes for Politics
Storming the Gates of Paradise: Landscapes for Politics is a scholarly work that investigates the complex interplay between political ideologies and the physical landscapes they inhabit or transform. The book examines case studies from various historical periods and geographical locations, analyzing how political actions and policies have influenced the natural world and how landscapes have been used as tools of political power. It offers a nuanced perspective on the political significance of land and space, providing insights into the broader implications of environmental politics. more
Author
Rebecca Solnit
Rebecca Solnit is an American writer known for her works on environmental, cultural, political, and social issues. Her writing spans a wide range of topics, including nature, travel, gender, and power. Her books include 'Wanderlust', 'A Field Guide to Getting Lost', and 'The Faraway Nearby'. more
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