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Title: Angela Carter : a radical libertarian feminist?
Authors: Saydon, Amy (2022)
Keywords: Carter, Angela, 1940-1992. Bloody chamber -- Criticism and interpretation
Carter, Angela, 1940-1992. Sadeian woman and the ideology of pornography -- Criticism and interpretation
English literature -- 20th century
Feminism in literature
Pornography in literature
Sexual freedom in literature
Issue Date: 2022
Citation: Saydon, A. (2022). Angela Carter: a radical libertarian feminist? (Bachelor's dissertation).
Abstract: The main focus of this dissertation is the British author Angela Carter, whilst putting into perspective the extent by which she may be classified as a radical libertarian feminist. This is done by utilising her key texts The Bloody Chamber and Other Stories, and The Sadeian Woman for the fact that they focus on themes of sexuality, pornography and gothic elements, all of which will be explored throughout. Hence, Carter is seen questioning the socio-political hegemonies that stifle women's freedom of expression, therefore resisting and rejecting traditional male-dominated roles. Moreover, this dissertation will provide an overview of the way fairy tales encourage fixed roles for both sexes, posing a threat to young children's development. This is then further highlighted when comparing the traditional tales of Charles Perrault with those of Angela Carter whilst highlighting the damaging patriarchal ideologies prevalent throughout. Following that, there is the employment of the scholarly feminist voices of Simone De Beauvoir and Hélène Cixous in order support the claims that women's curiosities must be acknowledged and that their bodies must be written about in a realistic way in order to empower women. This is also done with the help of the gothic motif which aims to destabilize the false world that has been presented to children over generations. Throughout there is the idea that females should aim to become androgynous and independent women, as Carter depicts throughout her stories which advocate for the deconstruction of the patriarchal culture, something which radical libertarian feminists endeavour to do.
Description: B.A. (Hons)(Melit.)
URI: https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/101922
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