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Contribution of woman in world literature

Womeneye Correspondent

Published: 20:34, 18 October 2023

Update: 22:12, 19 October 2023

Contribution of woman in world literature

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Literature is the mirror of time. Through literature one gets an idea about the living conditions and surrounding conditions of different eras. There is also an idea of the cultural diversity of different eras. Through literature, we can learn about the different cultures, subcultures, customs, problems and politics and strategic policies of the prehistoric society.

Woman have made significant and invaluable contributions to literature around the world. They highlighted the culture, customs and traditions of different eras. The books written by women have shown the way to solve the specific problems of the society in different situations. All notable names and their actions are unlimited.

So let's know about the names of some famous woman writers in the world and their works...

Jane Austen (England)
Known for such classic novels as Pride and Prejudice, Sense and Sensibility and Emma, Austen's wit and social commentary continue to captivate readers.

George Eliot (Mary Ann Evans, England)
Under the pseudonym George Eliot, Mary Ann Evans wrote important Victorian novels such as Middlemarch and Silas Marner.

Virginia Woolf (England)
Woolf's innovative writing style and exploration of consciousness is evident in works such as Mrs. Dalloway, To the Lighthouse, and Orlando.

Emily Brontë (England)
His novel Wuthering Heights is a classic of English literature, known for its dark and emotional storytelling.

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie (Nigeria)
Famous for novels such as Half of a Yellow Sun and Americanah, Adichie addresses issues of identity, feminism, and postcolonialism.

Isabel Allende (Chile)
Best known for The House of the Spirits, Allende is followed worldwide for his magical realism and rich storytelling.

Gabriela Mistral (Chile)
A Nobel laureate in literature, Mistral's poetry addresses themes of love, motherhood and social justice.

Clarice Lispector (Brazil)
His unique and introspective writing style in novels such as The Hour of the Star has created a cult following.

Louisa May Alcott (USA)
Author of the beloved novel Little Women, Alcott's work continues to inspire and empower readers.

Maya Angelou (USA)
Known for her autobiographical series, including I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings, Angelou's writing explores themes of race, identity and resilience.

Toni Morrison (USA)
Morrison's novels, including Beloved and Song of Solomon, deal with the early civilizations of African Americans.

Margaret Atwood (Canada)
Atwood is best known for her dystopian novel The Handmaid's Tale and other works that address issues of feminism and social control.

Jhumpa Lahiri (India/USA)
In his books Interpreter of Maladies and The Namesake, he highlighted the poignant reality of immigrants.

Elena Ferrante (Italy)
Author of The Neapolitan Novels, a series of four novels that explore the lives of two women in post-war Naples, has won international acclaim.

J.K. Rowling (UK)
Best known for the Harry Potter series, Rowling has become one of the most famous and influential authors of contemporary literature.

Arundhati Roy (India)
Her novel The God of Small Things won the Man Booker Prize and explores the issues of caste, family and society in India.

Incidentally, these are just a few examples of the countless talented woman writers who have made significant contributions to world literature. Their works span different genres, themes, and styles, and they continue to shape the literary landscape and inspire readers around the world.

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