#womeninliterature

[haveacupofjohanny]

Exploring Exile, Identity, and Empathy: The Compelling World of Isabel Allende

Celebrating Isabel Allende—a storyteller whose novels blend history, magical realism, and deeply human experiences. 🌍✨ Dive into her unforgettable world in this week’s #FridayFeature! #LatinaAuthors #MagicalRealism #DiverseBooks #HaveACupofJohanny

Isabel Allende is a literary force whose storytelling transcends borders, cultures, and generations. Her writing speaks to the heart, evoking emotions that pull you into the intricacies of her characters’ lives, whether they’re navigating historical upheavals or personal struggles. With over 20 novels to her name, Allende’s work consistently weaves together the threads of history, magical…

[littlebydigital]

Unleashing my power,

in every step I take

Claiming my throne,

with each move I make.

[day-dreamer-artist]

🔸🔶The queen herself 🔶🔸 . Rupi Kaur is such an influential and beautiful voice for women. Her poetry speaks to those who are broken and those who are heeling. I have found so much truth in her poems and in her story. So I dedicate today Women’s History post to her. ✨ . . #rupikaur #rupikaurpoetry #women #womensupportingwomen #artfollowers #artwork #digitalart #digitalillustration #womenshistorymonth #womeninliterature #enlightenment #enlightened #enlightenedart #enlightenedartists #likeforlikeart https://www.instagram.com/p/CpVzUuhOgcs/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[herstory-storiesaboutwomen]

Yosano Akiko | Shinjitai: 与謝野 晶子, seiji: 與謝野 晶子;   7 Dec 1878 – 29 May 1942

was the pen-name of a Japanese author, poet, pioneering feminist, pacifist, and social reformer, active in the late Meiji era as well as the Taishō and early Shōwa eras of Japan.

Her name at birth was Shō Hō (鳳 志やう, Hō Shō).

She is one of the most noted, and most controversial, post-classical female poets of Japan. via Wikipedia | @abwwia

#YosanoAkiko#ShōHō#controversial#postclassical#femalepoets#Japan#poet#pioneering#feminist#pacifist#socialreformer#PalianShow#womeninliterature#poetry#herstory#japanesewoman

[abwwia]

We stand with Women of Iran - their struggle continues!

Marjane Satrapi (b. 22 Nov 1969) is a French-Iranian graphic novelist, cartoonist, illustrator, film director, and children's book author.

#MarjaneSatrapi #iranian #iranprotests #iranianwomen #womeninliterature #PalianShow #HerStory

[abwwia]

Helen Beatrix Potter (28 July 1866 – 22 December 1943) was an English writer, illustrator, natural scientist, and conservationist. She is best known for her children's books featuring animals, such as The Tale of Peter Rabbit, which was her first commercially published work in 1902. Her books, including 23 Tales, have sold more than 250 million copies.BAn entrepreneur, Potter was a pioneer of character merchandising. In 1903, Peter Rabbit was the first fictional character to be made into a patented stuffed toy, making him the oldest licensed character. Via Wikipedia

#BeatrixPotter #womeninliterature #artbywomen #womeninarts #femalewriter #author #herstory #PalianShow

Teenage Beatrix Potter with her pet mouse Xarifa, 1885 (Princeton University Library, Rare Books and Special Collections) @abwwia

[pebblegalaxy]

Women's Empowerment in Odia Literature: Tracing the Evolutionary Journey from the Renaissance to Modern Times #BlogchatterA2Z

Women's Empowerment in Odia Literature: Tracing the Evolutionary Journey from the Renaissance to Modern Times #BlogchatterA2Z #OdiaLiterature #WomenInLiterature #FeminismInOdia #LiteraryRenaissance #PratibhaRay #SarojiniSahoo #GenderRoles #OdiaDrama

The Role of Women in Odia Literature: An In-depth Analysis Odia literature, with its rich historical backdrop and vibrant cultural tapestry, has evolved significantly over the centuries. One of the most compelling aspects of this evolution is the changing role and depiction of women both as characters within Odia narratives and as authors who shape these narratives. This article delves deeply…

[xinesegalas]

Beyond A Farewell to Arms: Six Facets of Hemingway's Women in a Subtle Narrative

"Dive into the nuanced world of Hemingway's women in 'A Farewell to Arms' as we explore their resilience and complexity in the face of war. Join us in the Lit Lounge for a captivating literary journey. 📚 #Hemingway #WomenInLiterature #LitLounge"

Disclosure: This article may contain affiliate links, which means that if you make a purchase through those links, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. Welcome to the Lit Lounge! Thank you for joining me in this cozy literary hub, where we’ll be exploring the fascinating world of books. Today, I’m thrilled to delve into the classic novel A Farewell to Arms by Ernest Hemingway.…

[indiasreviews]

Is Frankenstein frankly pretty sexist?

Reading time: 2 mins

What is the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Frankenstein? Is it the monster? The mad scientist? The desire for knowledge? Or is it the clear misogyny throughout the novel?

Like all works of literature, Frankenstein is a product of its time. The nineteenth century was one of immense gender inequality and it is no surprise that Shelley’s novel offers very few rights for the women within it. The two main female protagonists in the novel are perfect examples of the ideals of femininity that existed at the time. For example, Caroline is presented as a woman who is seen as incapable of looking after herself, and because of this, requires the protection of a man… *rolls eyes*. Her character acts as a reflection of the position of women within a patriarchal society such as the nineteenth century.

The dependency that women were expected to have on men is shown when Victor states that his father ‘strove to shelter’ his mother. Victor goes on to describe his mother, Caroline, as a ‘fair exotic’, as though she is this fragile and vulnerable flower that relies on the male gardeners care and attention for survival. Oh please.

        Not only does this show the almost sub-human status of women during the nineteenth century as she has been compared to an inanimate object, but also explores the archaic values of the time.

Mellor argues that in Frankenstein, ‘women are relegated to the private or domestic sphere’ and the word ‘relegated’ is a very relevant term here. Like your favourite sports team, women’s positions in society is one that is inferior and lower than their male counterparts. The best example of a domesticated woman is Victor’s love interest, Elizabeth Lavenza, who writes in a letter that ‘the blue lake and snow-clad mountains – they never change’. Shelley uses the monotonous scene in Elizabeth’s proximity as a way of criticising the tedious and repetitive lifestyle that women were subjected and expected to lead. The prejudice against women is further shown via Victor referring to Elizabeth as his ‘pretty present’.

So why does Victor expect his fiancé to appear under the Christmas tree?

                                  Well, it has a lot to do with the old-fashioned view that women were seen as the property of their husbands. And like all great misogynists, Victor views her as an object that belongs to him. However, his possession over Elizabeth doesn’t end here. He notes that he ‘looked upon Elizabeth as mine – mine to protect, love and cherish’. Alexander asserts that in Shelley’s time, the ‘ideal woman is a subjugated woman’, one that is submissive and conforms to the outdated stereotypes. Blah blah blah.

I don’t know if you’ve noticed but almost all of the women in Frankenstein die.

Why is that you ask? It might be because their deaths happen to contribute to the storyline, or it might be because Frankenstein is inherently sexist. If we agree that Frankenstein is a reflection of the society it is set in, then it is unsurprising that none of the female characters survive. In other words, this isn’t a coincidence….

Caroline = dies.

Justine = executed.

The creature’s female companion = ripped apart and destroyed by Victor.

Elizabeth = murdered.

So, what does this say about femininity?

More specifically, what does it say about English femininity?

As the only women who survive Shelley’s brutal killing spree are Safie and Agatha. It is important to note that neither of them are English – Safie is Turkish and Agatha is German.

By showing the other female character’s passivity, Shelley simultaneously critiques stereotypes imposed on women within the English society that she herself was subjected to.

[anenglishmajorsblog]

Classic Literature Class

Me: Women?

Prof: nah.

[faroyestrella]

Por fin me he podido poner al día con la maravillosa poesía de Maria Mercè Marçal ❤️ " A l'atzar agraeixo tres dons: haver nascut dona, de classe baixa i nació oprimida. I el tèrbol atzur de ser tres voltes rebel." ♀️ #mariamercemarçal #llenguaabolida #poesiacmpleta #poetry #poesia #poesiaencatala #lanostrallengua #feminismo #feminisme #instabooks #bookstagram #bookstagramer#bookstagramespaña #booksbooksbooks #bookslovers #booklr #bookblog #bookblogger #womeninliterature https://www.instagram.com/p/BzX1ruQl-0l/?igshid=1jh96oqjot7yq

[thenerdynarrative]

THE CHICK WITH ONE HEN is an essay by Zora Neale Hurston that has never been published before. Probably because she was taking out the trash in it. 🤣 Some turkey named Dr. Alain Leroy Locke had written and published a criticism of all the Negro books published in 1937. He gave THEIR EYES WERE WATCHING GOD A NEGATIVE REVIEW. That’s one of my most beloved books of all time and seeing some of what he said that she addressed in her essay - it makes me wonder if he even read the book! #TheChickWithOneHen #ZoraNealeHurston #YouDontKnowUsNegroes #Essay #NonFiction #WomenInLiterature https://www.instagram.com/p/CfOdWRxuu7r/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[brainyheroine-blog]

October can't come soon enough. Unnatural Creatures, A Novel of the Frankenstein Women is going to be the perfect Gothic fall read. A tremendous amount of appreciation goes to @kriswaldherr for allowing me to read Unnatural Creatures early. #Reader #TBR #ARC #BookLover #Frankenstein #Elizabeth #Justine #Caroline #GothicStories #WomenInLiterature #Books #Classics #ClassicLiterature https://www.instagram.com/p/Cd3xDczvJ-a/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[strandbooks]

📣Roll call📣: Virginia Woolf💐, Margaret Atwood🥀, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie🌞, Rupi Kaur🌻, Michelle Obama💪🏾, Octavia Butler⏰, Rebecca Solnit🗣🚫, Patti Smith🎸, Angie Thomas💜, JK Rowling⚡️and *all of the other incredible women who inspire us every day*👩🏾‍🏫👩🏻‍🎓👩🏼‍⚕️👩🏾‍🌾👩🏼‍🏭👩‍🎨We’re thrilled to be celebrating YOU this Women’s History Month🧙‍♀️ #womenshistorymonth #womeninliterature #femalewriters #bossladies #virginiawoolf (at Strand Book Store)

[aminahiman]

As the #ceo of @redinkpub I could not be prouder of these incredibly talented #authors! With each new #book they release you can literally see their #growth and #ambition Be sure to pick up their #newreleases this #halloween and meet their #newcharacters Alec and Cai in the Sons Of Cain #bookseries! . . . #amwriting #amwritinghorror #womeninliterature #womeninhorror #amreading #amreadingfantasy #amreadingnow #amreadinghorror #readersofinstagram #writerscommunity #writersofinstagram #authorsofinstagram #authorslife #writerslife #newrelease #womensupportingwomen https://www.instagram.com/p/BpUqlRWlwKl/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=g4dulxhodqr8

[abwwia]

#bornonthisday Emily Elizabeth Dickinson (December 10, 1830 – May 15, 1886) was an USAmerican poet. Little-known during her life, she has since been regarded as one of the most important figures in USAmerican poetry.

"Hope is the thing with feathers

That perches in the soul

And sings the tune without the words

And never stops at all."

... "If I can stop one heart from breaking, I shall not live in vain."

... "Forever is composed of nows."

... "That it will never come again is what makes life so sweet."

... "If I read a book and it makes my whole body so cold no fire can ever warm me, I know that is poetry."

... "Not knowing when the dawn will come

I open every door."

... "Morning without you is a dwindled dawn."

... "A little Madness in the Spring Is wholesome even for the King."

#emilydickinson #femalewriter

#famousbirthdays #PalianShow

#WomenInLiterature #bornonthisdate #womensart #femalewriters #femalepoet