Abstract
The concept feminism encompasses to an
intense awareness of feminine identity and concerns, which has become a significant theme in
literature since its rise and development. Despite
its controversial nature, this essay offers a comprehensive understanding of
feminist literature, including various types such as liberal feminism, radical
feminism, Marxist feminism, socialist feminism, cultural feminism,
black/African feminism, womanism, African womanism and satanism, and mothers. Women
writers have contributed aesthetically and intellectually to the progress and
development of society, rejecting the notion of inferiority and highlighting
their capabilities. The struggle for equal treatment and identity is a
recurring theme in feminist literature. The developing force of the women's
liberation movement led to an evaluation of texts from a new perspective,
shifting interest to women characters and theorists. In Nigeria, particularly
the Northern part, women are traditionally restricted from voicing their
opinions, and their decisions are made by male-dominating figures. This paper
traces the origin of women's writing worldwide, in Africa and Nigeria; using
the theoretical frameworks and text analysis to derive data and suggestions on how
women writers can improve their literary status in Nigeria, especially the
Northern Nigeria.
Keywords: Chauvinism, Patriarchy, Purdah, Feminism, Identity, Status, Restriction, Women
DOI: www.doi.org/10.36349/tjllc.2023.v02i01.006
author/Abdullahi Dahiru Umar & Baba Musa Y.M.
journal/Tasambo JLLC | 15 May 2023 | P. 40-53
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