To be a women means you have confidence in yourself. You know your worth and value, and don’t allow anybody to bring you down or control the way you act. Maya Angelou’s poem “Phenomenal Women” is outlining what makes a woman phenomenal. It’s not about just having the body parts of a women, it’s about being proud of who you are and not bowing down to anybody. In the poem she states “Now you understand just why my head's not bowed.
Both poems show themes of a strong woman, independent woman, and slightly uncertain woman. Strong women do not have to be muscular to be considered strong, but proud and knowledgeable about themselves. For instance, the speaker in “I Shall Paint My Nails Red” states, “Because I am proud of my hands./ Because it will remind me I’m a woman” (Satyamurti, lines 2-3). She is not saying that she is fit or goes to the gym frequently, just that she is proud of the body she has, specifically her hands, and that sometimes we forget that as women, we can be feminine and show that in many different ways. She is also declaring her womanhood and taking pride in the fact that she can enjoy the life she has been given and she is showing this through painting her nails with such a versatile color.
Physically, Judith and Lind represent two poles of a spectrum. Throughout the novel Lind is described as soft, delicate and feminine. Her nature exudes a grace and beauty that fits well into the stereotypical view of what a proper ‘lady’ should be. Her appearance can be attributed to her freedom. Lind’s delicate beauty and graceful nature stem from the fact that she is not forced to do physically demanding work.
Louisa May Alcott was a Victorian age American novelist and short story writer. Her education served to foster her love and dedication to writing, acting, education and women's rights. This essay will focus on how Alcott represents women and independence. The novel is viewed as a book that values the experiences of women and empowers women to see past socially approved gender roles. It is about women living on equal terms with men and not pushed down by law or by culture into a meek role.
Her language further indicates that she is confident as she isn't afraid on stating her vies on literature, art, education and life in a tone most students will not use towards their tutor. Although her language is inappropriate it shows that Rita is comfortable with Frank. Page 10 Question pink booklet Describe how
This just proves that Leonato and Hero both know that Leonato is the decision maker for Hero. Hero is seen in the play as the ideal woman in a patriarchal society; quiet and obedient and only speaks when not spoken to. This being one of Hero's character points that she is more vocal when she is around women rather than men. This character point could be two dimensional; the other dimensions being that Hero only speaks to women as they are the same, and not to mention as they seem to inferior or superior to them. Hero is quite an attractive character, which results in Claudio falling in love at first sight and proposing to her.
One character whose strengths have a strong impact on the novel is Elizabeth Proctor. Her strengths are that she is strong and independent. She does not feel to inferior to John and always sticks up for herself against him. In Act 2 of the play, she is questioning John to find out about his visit with Abigail Williams. She asks if they were alone and he admitted to it.
Unfortunately now I have to limit myself and be extremely careful. From what I have gone through I feel I have already accomplished life. I don’t know when the next time will be when I stop walking for good, I am not scared to try new things, I am careful but whatever life is ready to throw my way, I will be ready to take it. So far for being a girl who is smart, a cheerleader, weird, not popular, never wears make up, and loves to wear comfy clothes; has brought me to an either pretty and amazing in my own unique way or flat out awesome person. Therefore this is why I think I am “Pretty
1). Austen introduces a character, Mr Knightley, into Emma who is shown as ethical and serves the purpose of assisting and supporting the spiritual growth and maturity of Emma, expanding her values and moral discipline through his guidance. Emma can be seen as a representation of a modern woman in contrast to this expectation and is an unlikely heroine given the preconceived ideas of an Austen style heroine. She is one of the first examples of a heroine without financial concern or the desire to adhere to these expectations as she is ‘handsome, clever and rich with a comfortable home and a happy disposition’ and declares she is ‘without inducement to marry without love’ (Vol. 1 Ch.
The poem “Still I Rise” clearly shows the emotion of the writer. The voice of the poem comes across as confident, proud and strong. The use of words such as “sassiness”, “haughtiness” and “sexiness” describes her confidence and self-power. It is also a rather dark poem which ironically portrays an intense positive message to the reader. The voice also seems slightly arrogant which shows her individuality and determination for survival.