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A Literature of Their Own

British Women Novelists from Bronte to Lessing

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The book uncovers the overlooked tradition of women writers in England, marking a significant shift in feminist literary studies since its 1977 publication. By highlighting this neglected body of work, it paved the way for a creative explosion in the field during the 1980s. As a classic of feminist criticism, its influence remains relevant, continuing to inspire new generations of literary investigation and scholarship.

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A Literature of Their Own, Elaine Showalter

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1999
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British Women Novelists from Bronte to Lessing
Language
English
Released
1999
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Paperback
Pages
382
ISBN13
9780691004761
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The book uncovers the overlooked tradition of women writers in England, marking a significant shift in feminist literary studies since its 1977 publication. By highlighting this neglected body of work, it paved the way for a creative explosion in the field during the 1980s. As a classic of feminist criticism, its influence remains relevant, continuing to inspire new generations of literary investigation and scholarship.