Gender Segregation in Paula Hawkins' "The Girl on the Train"


Master's Thesis, 2022

82 Pages, Grade: Master 2


Abstract or Introduction

This research work examines the female protagonists’ depiction in Paula Hawkins' novel "The Girl On The Train" under the influence of the male characters' oppression. This dissertation revolves around women who have tough lives and are susceptible to physical and psychological abuse as a result of a failure, or choice, to deviate from society's female expectations. Megan, Rachel, and Anna show how society fails to provide equality to those who are unable to obtain it for themselves.

The focus of this study is to shed more light on the matter of gender segregation in patriarchal society, portraying the female protagonists' challenges of hegemonic masculinity and manipulation. It drastically influences the feminist concerns about misogyny and gender violence by displaying how marriage and motherhood continue to be sources of pain and torment for women. As a result, society may have conflicting views and understanding of the concept of gender roles.

Details

Title
Gender Segregation in Paula Hawkins' "The Girl on the Train"
Course
English Literature
Grade
Master 2
Author
Year
2022
Pages
82
Catalog Number
V1263259
ISBN (eBook)
9783346699237
ISBN (Book)
9783346699244
Language
English
Keywords
gender roles, Feminism, gender segregation, Paula Hawkins, The girl on the train
Quote paper
Rym Drici (Author), 2022, Gender Segregation in Paula Hawkins' "The Girl on the Train", Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1263259

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