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The Female Complaint

The Unfinished Business of Sentimentality in American Culture

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The book explores the evolution of sentimental "women's culture" in the U.S., tracing its journey from the impactful narrative of Uncle Tom's Cabin through the emotional storytelling of 1950s melodrama to the modern genre of chick lit. It examines how these cultural expressions shape political ideas and concepts of national identity, highlighting the significant role women's narratives play in reflecting and influencing societal values and belonging.

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The Female Complaint, Lauren Berlant

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2008
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