Honors Theses
Date of Award
Spring 5-13-2023
Document Type
Undergraduate Thesis
Department
Croft Institute for International Studies
First Advisor
Carmen Sanchis-Sinisterra
Second Advisor
Jason Klodt
Third Advisor
Ian Gowan
Relational Format
Dissertation/Thesis
Abstract
This paper explores how women navigated the fight for equality during the Second Republic and Transition-era Spain through the lens of feminist literature. Specifically, comparing and analyzing two books, Doble esplendor by Constancia de la Mora (1939) and Crónica del desamor by Rosa Montero (1979). Both books feature women in their thirties who work and explore themes of marriage and romantic love, friendship as a space of freedom, motherhood, working women, and politics against the backdrop of the ever-changing sociopolitical situation in Spain. Through close analysis of these works, the author examines how these women navigate gender roles and societal expectations, as well as the impact of political and cultural changes on their lives. Ultimately, this paper sheds light on the experiences of women during a tumultuous period in Spanish history and highlights the importance of feminist literature in understanding their struggles for equality and autonomy.
Recommended Citation
Pagoaga, Amanda Jeanette, "Understanding How Women Navigated The Fight For Equality During The Second Republic And Transition-era Spain Through Feminist Literature" (2023). Honors Theses. 2967.
https://egrove.olemiss.edu/hon_thesis/2967
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