Female Friendship
Literary and Artistic Explorations
Abstract
This volume focuses on the literary and artistic exploration of female friendship in various geographical contexts, spanning the centuries from the medieval period until the present. The essays address the intense female bonding in world literature as a universal human need for intimacy, sense of belonging, and purpose. The main focus is on the reevaluation of friendships between women, which have been traditionally less epitomized than those between men. The authors of this volume demonstrate how the emotional unions of women offer compelling insights to various historical and contemporary societies, helping us understand gender relations, traditions, family life, and community values.
Schlagworte
female friendships literary crticism social networks gender roles- i–xvi Preface i–xvi
- 43–60 Fyrir innan stokk 43–60
- 125–144 “Perfect Little Ladies” 125–144
- 185–202 Dime con quién andas 185–202
- 225–250 Echoes of Larger Life 225–250
- 251–256 Index 251–256