Rereading Women: Thirty Years of Exploring Our Literary Traditions

Exploring the influence of literary mothers on women's writing and identity, Sandra M. Gilbert reflects on her personal journey and the works of iconic authors like Charlotte Brontë, Emily Dickinson, and Sylvia Plath. The essays delve into the evolution of feminism, gender dynamics, and the reinterpretation of maternity, drawing connections between Gilbert's experiences and the writings of Elizabeth Barrett Browning and George Eliot. This collection offers a profound examination of how literature shapes women's lives and creativity.