Historian of Philosophy Featured in New Narratives Project
The "New Narratives" project interviews Prof. Emily Thomas about her work on historical women philosophers, including the Victorian metaphysician Victoria Welby.
Professor Emily Thomas is featured in the New Narratives project, which highlights the lives and ideas of overlooked figures in the history of philosophy. In a recent interview, Professor Thomas discusses her research on historical women philosophers, shining a spotlight on the Victorian metaphysician Victoria Welby and her contributions to philosophical thought.
The project seeks to broaden understanding of philosophy's rich and diverse intellectual heritage by bringing greater attention to thinkers whose work has often been overlooked. Through the interview, Professor Thomas explores the importance of recovering these voices and demonstrates how their ideas continue to offer valuable insights for contemporary debates.
By showcasing pioneering women philosophers such as Victoria Welby, the New Narratives project contributes to a more inclusive account of the discipline's history and encourages wider engagement with philosophical scholarship.
Readers can learn more and access the full interview through the New Narratives website: https://www.newnarrativesinphilosophy.net/enn-blog
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