The existence and scope of power in females in an assortment of Shakespeare's plays

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2022-12

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BRAC University

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Shakespeare's vagueness piqued my interest, and when I understood how differently female and male authority functions, I felt driven to write my original opinions on the topic. I have selected Portia, Emilia, Paulina, Desdemona, Juliet, Helen and Rosalind as my Shakespearean plays' female characters for my thesis. I was researching the chosen figures and making an effort to comprehend respective identities inside this framework of the ideals prevalent in Shakespeare's day, that are also reflected in Shakespeare's persona in his writings. My work concentrates on women's components. Despite the fact that females continue to be the story's driving force and finish the production of the overall piece, female characters' significance is often undervalued in literary works. My thesis would examine the very essence and scope of power in females in an assortment of Shakespeare's works, considering the interpretation of both female and power. The portrayal of female characters equally validates and questions the formation of gender. Gender would be described inside the dissertation as gendered stereotyping regarding specific ways of speaking, reasoning and acting that are believed suited to the male or female gender. Main components of my argument include language, and action. Finally, I would want to conclude my argument by pointing out how female gender is concurrently built in the plays. I'll make the point that the formation of gender affects male characters as well. Despite the fact that this structure disproportionately affects women, males may also become victims as a result of it.

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This thesis is submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Bachelor of Arts in English, 2022.

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Sexual identity, Patriarchy society, Shakespeare's plays, Female characters, Gender performativity

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