Shakespeare and Feminist Theory

Shakespeare's plays explore feminist theory, addressing issues such as gender differences, relationships between women, desire, marriage, motherhood, and women's power through language. This book provides an introduction to feminist readings of Shakespeare.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 224 pages
\n Publication date: 18 April 2019
\n Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
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Shakespeare's plays have been the subject of much debate regarding their portrayal of patriarchy or the representation of assertive and eloquent women. While some argue that his plays dramatize the dominance of men and the subjugation of women, others contend that they offer nuanced and complex portrayals of female characters. It is important to note that Shakespeare's women were initially performed by boys, which adds an additional layer of complexity to the interpretation of his works.

In order to explore these questions, this book employs a range of feminist theories to analyze the dynamics of Shakespeare's plays. Feminist theory provides a valuable framework for examining the similarities and differences between the sexes, the complex relationships between women, the liberating possibilities of desire, the significance of marriage, and the potential for women to redefine these institutions. Shakespeare's plays also explore the role of women in expanding their cultural ideas of motherhood and women's work, as well as their ability to wield power through language.

This lively exploration of these and related issues serves as an ideal introduction to the field of feminist readings of Shakespeare. By employing a diverse range of feminist theories, this book offers a comprehensive and nuanced understanding of Shakespeare's plays, allowing readers to appreciate the complexity and richness of his works on their own terms.

\n Weight: 250g\n
Dimension: 130 x 196 x 23 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781472567062\n \n