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-Deconstruct conventional images of women in literature.
-What is the significance of gender construct and stereotypical roles when exploring women's literature?

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First of all, as you deconstruct conventional images of women in literature, I see them as quite stereotypical and oppressive for women. I see them as unequal in terms of power, unrealistic, often exaggerated, and very demoralizing.

I feel that women are often portrayed as helpless "damsels in distress," awaiting ...

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