1. Kate Chopins respectable Woman
In Pygmalion, Eliza's great sensitivity made a sharp conflict with Higgins, which shows the traditional role of women's independence on men. ... The important transformation Eliza goes through is not the adoption of refined speech and manners, but the learning of independence, sense of inner-self worth, and education. ...
Three literary works from the death unit that illustrate the conflict that many women encounter are "Barbie Doll" by Marge Piercy, "No Name Woman" by Maxine Hong Kingston and "The Woman Hanging from the Thirteenth Floor Window" by Joy Harjo. ... In the poem "Barbie Doll," written by Marge Piercy, evidence shows this idea in the poet's use of irony, her attitude on the subjects of both inner and outer beauty, and her attitude on the significance of words interfering with a woman's self-confidence. ...
By displacing the profound effect Milkman's parents have on his quest for self-actualization, Morrison is able to convey her theme of generational conflict. ... The inner turmoil within both Ruth and Macon Dear sr. reflects negatively upon Milkman, leaving him lost and unfocused. ...
By displacing the profound effect Milkman's parents have on his quest for self-actualization, Morrison is able to convey her theme of generational conflict. ... The inner turmoil within both Ruth and Macon Dear sr. reflects negatively upon Milkman, leaving him lost and unfocused. ...