Routledge Literature and Gender - Approaching Literature Anthology

Literature and Gender by Routledge offers a comprehensive look at how gender issues impact the study of literary works. This volume serves as both an introduction and a curated anthology, providing readers with a deep understanding of how gender shapes writing, reading, and interpretation. By covering all three major literary genres - poetry, fiction, and drama - this book provides a wide-ranging perspective for students and scholars. It examines essential themes such as femininity versus creativity in women's lives, the construction of female characters, and the gendering of language. You will also find analysis on the connection between autobiography and fiction, as well as the ways race, class, and gender interact within literary texts. This book is a high-quality resource of primary texts, making it an ideal tool for anyone looking to explore the intersection of gender and literature. Whether you are studying specific themes or looking for a diverse collection of works, this anthology provides the necessary context to understand these complex relationships in written art.