Feminist Theory and Literary Practice

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Focusing on the intricate connections between literary texts and feminist theories, this exploration delves into key concepts such as rhetoric, work, consciousness, nature, class, and race. Each chapter analyzes how these ideas shape the reception of works as 'women's writing' in American literature. Through canonical authors like Gilman, Chopin, Cather, Walker, and Beattie, it engages with significant feminist debates, offering an accessible overview of diverse feminist thought while expanding upon earlier scholarship in the field.