WOMEN AND LITERATURE

[THE POWERFUL VOICE IN HO XUAN HUONG'S POEMS]

Ho Xuan Huong’ voice in her poems was a huge breakthrough. That was evident through the pure Vietnamese language, inspirations from traditional sources, and the metaphors.

[MISS HOẠN’S TRAGEDIES]

After all, we of the modern day can thoroughly understand Nguyễn Du’s concerns and receive his message through Hoạn Thư.

[VIRGINIA WOOLF, PHỤ NỮ VÀ VĂN HỌC VỚI “CĂN PHÒNG RIÊNG”]

[VIRGINIA WOOLF, WOMEN, AND LITERATURE IN "A ROOM OF ONE'S OWN"]

The book has lain dust-covered on the shelf for a long time. Rarely do I revisit Virginia Woolf’s ‘A Room of One’s Own,’ but each reading still evokes the same sentiment - that these lines are not merely about feminism or gender inequality. Furthermore, Woolf also discusses literature in ‘A Room of One’s Own.’ But why specifically a ‘room of one’s own’? Why did Virginia so adamantly assert that ‘a woman needs money and a room of her own to write’? The mystery unfolds a new dimension of unresolved questions. Indeed, it gives us much to explore in this article, so dear readers, find your own ‘room’ so we can ponder together!

[WHEN THE QUEST NO LONGER RESIDES WITHIN PAGES OF BOOKS]

Appearing in the form and essence of a fictional character in the namesake novel by the literary genius - Lev Tolstoy, one might wonder, does Anna Karenina only exist within the realm of printed pages, or has the story of her life transcended the fiction-reality boundary and become a resolute voice in a society filled with prejudices against women?

[THE FEMALE GAZE ON WAR]

The female gaze on war had truly given us goosebumps, for every sentence they wrote could possibly portray a reality of bloodshed and meaningless war in all perspectives.

[LIFE OF A MERMAID AND THE DEFINITION OF LOVE]

We hope every one of us women can become the princess in our very own stories, with no need to depend on anyone.

[FOR OVER 80 YEARS, THE WIND STILL PERSISTS]

Emerging within the classic literature tapestry set in Georgia and Atlanta, Southern United States, during the Civil War era and Reconstruction period, Scarlett O’Hara came to light as a delicate yet proud flower blooming among the masses within the pages of the timeless novel "Gone with the Wind" by Margaret Mitchell. Scarlett starkly contrasts with the conventional perceptions of femininity of her era. She refuses to conform and defies societal mores of her time, rather, she embodies a breath of fresh air, a modern force willing to express herself, to live true to her thoughts and love aspirations, and above all, she has the nerve to rise and shatter the gender divide - that supposed unassailable stronghold of the contemporary society.

[THE TRAILBLAZER OF WOMEN’S RIGHT MOVEMENTS IN THE EARLY 20TH]

Madam Manh Manh – a writer/ journalist on her journey standing up for justices and eliminating prejudices for women of her time – raised her voice in fervent support of women’s rights: "Innovative women are the new ones who follow social trends and the contemporary civilized era" and she "stood alongside men, seeking equal value as human beings in society". Through every page of her books and her resolute words, she not only portrayed the essence of women's souls but also played a significant role in raising social awareness about the women's rights movement, gender equality, and the eradication of long-held prejudices imposed upon women throughout generations. So, what compelled a petite woman to step forward and assertively fight for such causes?

[BETWEEN “PRIDE AND PREJUDICE”, WOMEN CHOOSE PRIDE]

Is there any boundary between “ARROGANCE” and “PRIDE”? “Arrogance” means being unpleasantly proud and behaving as if one is better than any other, inciting unhealthy comparison with others, pettiness, and also jealousy. Meanwhile, “pride” is an acknowledgement of your inner value and your place in life; it encompasses a sense of self-esteem and, within it, confidence. A proud woman does not need to follow the crowd, is not easily subdued, and does not require any external validation of her dignity. Though written centuries ago in a faraway, misty city, Jane Austen’s novel Pride and Prejudice remains a resounding masterpiece, making us reflect more deeply on the word “pride” with each reading, especially the pride embodied in the image of women.