HOW FEMINISM IS PORTRAYED IN 19TH AND 20TH CENTURY LITERATURE. THE REPRESENTATION OF WOMEN: FROM PASSIVE TO INDEPENDENT FIGURES

The portrayal of women in literature has undergone significant transformations from the 19th to the 20th century, mirroring the evolving societal roles and perceptions of women. This period marked a profound shift from depicting women as passive, secondary characters to portraying them as independent and assertive individuals. These changes reflect the broader feminist movements and the ongoing struggle for gender equality, which have influenced literary themes, character development, and narrative structures.