FEMALE VOICES IN “THE CITY AND THE HOUSE” BY NATALIA GINZBURG Cover Image

LE VOCI FEMMINILI IN “LA CITTA E LA CASA” DI NATALIA GINZBURG
FEMALE VOICES IN “THE CITY AND THE HOUSE” BY NATALIA GINZBURG

Author(s): Abdellah Maasoum
Subject(s): Language and Literature Studies, Studies of Literature
Published by: Editura Universităţii din Piteşti
Keywords: voices - female character; women; gaze; representation

Summary/Abstract: This article explores the intersections of feminist literature, the epistolary novel, and the novel "The city and the house" by Natalia Ginzburg. Feminist literature provides a platform for marginalized voices to be heard and challenges dominant cultural narratives. The epistolary novel, a genre that uses letters or diary entries to tell a story, has been utilized by feminist writers to give voice to women's experiences. "The city and the house" is a post-World War II novel that explores themes of friendship, family, identity, and the changing social and political landscape of Italy during this period. The novel's use of letters and diary entries fits within the tradition of the epistolary novel and allows for a more intimate look into the characters' lives and motivations. Ginzburg's portrayal of women characters’ challenges traditional gender roles and highlights the struggles of women in dominant societies. Overall, the research contributes to a deeper understanding of the role of feminist literature and the epistolary novel in giving voice to marginalized experiences, as well as the significance of "The city and the house" within the broader literary tradition.

  • Issue Year: 2023
  • Issue No: 33
  • Page Range: 162-174
  • Page Count: 13
  • Language: Italian
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