1. Feminism in Les Miserables
Cossette is placed in the novel as the stereotypical female character; she is typically the character who is looked down upon in feminist critique. ... Hugo gives his female character agency and the ability the make choices for herself. ... Fantine is a character that shows true diversity in the feminine character breaking the stereotypical passive role and taking full control over whatever destiny was left up to her. ... Eponine is used to portray another strong and proactive character within the novel. Eponine can arguably be considered one of the most complex characters in the novel going t...
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