Caliban and the Witch

Women, the Body and Primitive Accumulation

(Autor) Silvia Federici
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A cult classic since its publication in the early years of this century, Caliban and the Witch is Silvia Federici's history of the body in the transition to capitalism. Moving from the peasant revolts of the late Middle Ages through the European witch-hunts, the rise of scientific rationalism and the colonisation of the Americas, it gives a panoramic account of the often horrific violence with which the unruly human material of pre-capitalist societies was transformed into a set of predictable and controllable mechanisms. It is a study of indigenous traditions crushed, of the enclosure of women's reproductive powers within the nuclear family, and of how our modern world was forged in blood.

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Editorial:
Penguin Books Ltd
Formato:
Paperback
Número de páginas:
None
Idioma:
en
ISBN:
9780241532539
Año de publicación:
2021
Fecha publicación:
29 de Julio de 2021

Silvia Federici

Silvia Federici is an Italian-American scholar, writer, and activist known for her groundbreaking work in feminist theory and Marxist economics. She is best known for her book "Caliban and the Witch: Women, the Body, and Primitive Accumulation," which explores the historical connections between capitalism, patriarchy, and the subjugation of women.

Federici's writing style is characterized by its incisive analysis, rigorous research, and passionate advocacy for social justice. Her work has had a profound impact on feminist and Marxist thought, challenging traditional narratives of labor, gender, and power dynamics.

In addition to "Caliban and the Witch," Federici has authored numerous other influential works, including "Re-enchanting the World: Feminism and the Politics of the Commons" and "Witches, Witch-Hunting, and Women." Through her writing and activism, she has made significant contributions to literature by shedding light on the intersections of gender, capitalism, and colonialism.

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