The passage discusses the critical analysis of Biehl's work on ecofeminism and her adoption of Murray Bookchin's "dialectical naturalism" as a theoretical framework. Biehl's enthusiasm for Bookchin's theory is criticized for its lack of critical edge, as it seems to blend into exultation rather than rigorous analysis. The theory is seen as a form of "greenspeak" for personal growth, and Biehl's embrace of it is likened to the enthusiasm of ecofeminist writers. Despite this, Biehl's ultimate goal is to rethink ecofeminism, aiming for the elimination of capitalism and the nation-state, and the restructuring of society into decentralized, cooperative communities. The second part of the passage reviews Patti Lather's book "Getting Smart: Feminist Research and Pedagogy With/In the Postmodern." Lather attempts to connect feminism, postmodernism, and critical educational theory, exploring the implications for research and teaching. The review highlights the book's strengths, such as its sympathetic approach and the application of postmodern insights to education, but also points out its weaknesses, including repetitive content and a lack of clarity in addressing the challenges of reciprocity in research. The review concludes that while Lather's book raises important questions, it does not provide clear solutions or practical guidance for researchers and educators.The passage discusses the critical analysis of Biehl's work on ecofeminism and her adoption of Murray Bookchin's "dialectical naturalism" as a theoretical framework. Biehl's enthusiasm for Bookchin's theory is criticized for its lack of critical edge, as it seems to blend into exultation rather than rigorous analysis. The theory is seen as a form of "greenspeak" for personal growth, and Biehl's embrace of it is likened to the enthusiasm of ecofeminist writers. Despite this, Biehl's ultimate goal is to rethink ecofeminism, aiming for the elimination of capitalism and the nation-state, and the restructuring of society into decentralized, cooperative communities. The second part of the passage reviews Patti Lather's book "Getting Smart: Feminist Research and Pedagogy With/In the Postmodern." Lather attempts to connect feminism, postmodernism, and critical educational theory, exploring the implications for research and teaching. The review highlights the book's strengths, such as its sympathetic approach and the application of postmodern insights to education, but also points out its weaknesses, including repetitive content and a lack of clarity in addressing the challenges of reciprocity in research. The review concludes that while Lather's book raises important questions, it does not provide clear solutions or practical guidance for researchers and educators.