New Female Voices

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New Female Voices
The United States experienced a period of transformation, including social, economic, and political shifts following the occurrence of the Civil War. Female authors forged a place for themselves in literary canon during the time that the country began the Industrial Revolution. Women’s literature gained prominence during the end of the 19th century. The expansion of women’s education during the feminist movement resulted in more female writers than the preceding centuries. Notably, female writers strived for their acceptance in the literary community despite living in a patriarchal society. Women’s literature is an ideal reflection of feminist movement and the struggles for gender equality. Kate Chopin and Charlotte Perkins are some of the writers who articulated feminist points to illustrate women’s individuality and advocate against retrogressive social expectations in society.
Social Factors that Influenced American Women Writers in 1865-1912
Numerous social factors influenced American writers during the historical period. For instance, the emergence of the feminist movement influenced female writers to advocate for their rights through literature. The society recognized the essence of gender equality because of the efforts of women writers regardless of whether or not they were active during the feminist movement. Besides, the feminist movement seemed committed to the fight against the political and social inequalities that existed in society. Racial discrimination was a prevalent issue during the historical era. Although the whites failed to recognize them as equals, African Americans attained autonomy following the Civil War.
Besides, the abolition of slavery in the United States was a social factor that influenced female writers. The fight against slavery practices in the United States began during colonial times, thus encouraging women to fight for equality through literature. Women writers were on the frontline to advocate against cruelty towards African Americans and other forms of injustices. Furthermore, the Industrial Revolution had a significant influence on women writers during the literature of 1865-1912. During the early 19th century, women experienced literary and mental awakening after they left home to work in factories. Therefore, the Industrial Revolution influenced female writers to fight for equality.
The Roles that Female Authors Played between 1865 and 1912
Notably, feminine literature served an ideal purpose of presenting readers with realistic perceptions of women’s potential, desires, and intellect that was far beyond the limitations of traditional roles within household settings. Most female authors utilized realism in creating narratives that depicted the lives of Americans accurately. The American literature offered realistic perceptions of society from 1865 to the onset of the 20th century. Additionally, female writers were in a unique position of providing a representation of America’s social expectations of women and other female characters. For instance, Kate Chopin and Louisa...