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18 Nov 2011

English Literature Dissertation - Austen and Shakespeare

"The Social and Feminist Influences of Austen and Shakespeare

Feminist thought is a movement truly indicative of a dynamic society. When manifested in literature, it signifies the breaking of old traditions, and the manner in which feminism is presented reflects the attitude of the writer and society to the aforementioned changes. In the case of William Shakespeare (1564-1616), presenting empowered females was of marked significance as the Elizabethan era marked the strongest female monarchy England had ever seen."

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