In dieser Seminararbeit wird die Darstellung von Sexualität in der Literatur des englischen Modernismus näher betrachtet. Anhand des Romans 'Lady Chatterley's Lover' von D.H. Lawrence wird die Rolle der Frau in der Ehe und die Bedeutung ihrer Sexualität analysiert und in Bezug zu damaligen Normen und Wertevorstellungen gesetzt.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction.
- Modernism: A Short Outline
- Focus on Women
- Lady Chatterley's Lover: The Main Characters
- Constance' Mental and Sexual Development throughout the Novel
- Oliver Mellors
- Clifford Chattlerey
- Stylistic Aspects
- Style of Narration
- The Meaning of Place
- Conclusion
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This paper analyzes D.H. Lawrence's "Lady Chatterley's Lover" within the context of modernism and the broader discourse of feminist emancipation. The aim is to demonstrate how the novel's exploration of female sexuality serves as an approach to achieving greater gender equality. This analysis will examine the novel's style of narration, characterizations, and stylistic elements to support this thesis.
- The evolving role of women in society during the early 20th century
- The exploration of female sexuality and its impact on gender relations
- The influence of modernist literature on societal views of sexuality and gender
- The significance of "Lady Chatterley's Lover" in challenging traditional societal norms
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
The introductory chapter establishes the importance of women's self-determination concerning their bodies and sexuality, highlighting the historical and contemporary challenges faced by women in this regard. It contextualizes the novel within the broader feminist discourse and the emerging modernist movement, particularly its impact on the evolving role of women in society.
The second chapter provides a concise overview of Modernism, outlining its departure from traditional modes of thinking and its impact on various fields, including architecture and literature. The chapter focuses on the significance of Modernism in challenging established social structures, particularly the dominance of the upper class and males.
The chapter "Focus on Women" explores the changes in women's lives during the period of industrialization and World War I. It highlights the emergence of women's rights movements, the increasing participation of women in the workforce, and the challenges they faced in achieving both economic and political independence. The chapter also delves into the evolving attitudes towards women's sexuality and the influence of figures like Sigmund Freud in shaping these perspectives.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
Key themes explored in the paper include women's self-determination, female sexuality, gender equality, modernism, feminist discourse, stylistic analysis, and the novel "Lady Chatterley's Lover" by D.H. Lawrence. The paper examines how the novel engages with these concepts to offer a unique perspective on the evolving societal landscape of the early 20th century.
- Quote paper
- Alice Sturm (Author), 2018, Sexuality in Modernist Literature. D.H. Lawrence's "Lady Chatterley's Lover" as an Approach to Emancipation and Gender Equality, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/429434
