In the term paper, I argue that the presented father-daughter relationship is shaped by and founded on the Cult of True Womanhood. In addition, the narrator comments on sentimental values such as domesticity and purity in order to show how Kate embodies those.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Thesis and analytical approach
- Contextualization
- Main part
- The narrator and Kate
- Interaction with her father
- Conclusion
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This term paper analyzes the relationship between Kate and her father in T.S. Arthur's "The Broken Merchant," arguing that their dynamic is shaped by the Cult of True Womanhood. It examines the narrator's portrayal of Kate as an embodiment of sentimental values like domesticity and purity. Additionally, the paper explores the influence of the temperance movement on the story and its themes.
- The Cult of True Womanhood and its influence on the father-daughter relationship
- Sentimentalism as a literary genre and its use in "The Broken Merchant"
- The portrayal of Kate as a pure and domestic ideal
- The role of the narrator in shaping the reader's perception of the characters
- The connection between the story and the temperance movement
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
The introduction establishes the paper's thesis, focusing on the relationship between Kate and her father, and provides contextualization for the story. It clarifies the analytical approach used in the paper, drawing on literary theory to understand the narrative voice and structure.
The main part dives into the analysis of the narrative, examining the narrator's portrayal of Kate and her father. It explores how the story is framed and presented, considering the narrator's perspective and the narrative voice. The analysis highlights the portrayal of Kate as an idealized daughter and the influence of the Cult of True Womanhood on her characterization.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The main keywords of the paper are: T.S. Arthur, "The Broken Merchant," Cult of True Womanhood, Sentimentalism, Temperance Movement, narrative voice, characterization, father-daughter relationship, domesticity, purity, idealized daughter.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the "Cult of True Womanhood"?
It is a 19th-century ideology that emphasized domesticity, purity, piety, and submissiveness as the ideal traits for women.
How does Kate embody the Cult of True Womanhood in T.S. Arthur's story?
The narrator portrays Kate as a domestic and pure ideal, focusing on her sentimental values and her role within the family.
What is the connection between "The Broken Merchant" and the temperance movement?
The paper explores how the themes of the story align with the temperance movement, which advocated for moderation or abstinence from alcohol.
What is the main thesis of this term paper?
The paper argues that the father-daughter relationship in the story is fundamentally shaped by the principles of the Cult of True Womanhood.
What literary genre does "The Broken Merchant" belong to?
The story is analyzed as a piece of Sentimentalism, a genre that emphasizes emotional responses and moral virtue.
- Quote paper
- Anonym (Author), 2022, Cult of True Womanhood in "The Broken Merchant" by T.S. Arthur, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1332138
