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Representation of Patriarchal Ideology and Its Negative Effects on the Characters in Naomi Alderman’s The Power

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Patriarchy is a social system that systematically considers women as inferior to men. Therefore, this study aimed to examine patriarchal ideology and its detrimental effects on characters in Naomi Alderman's The Power. Using a qualitative descriptive and a feminist methodology, the results showed that patriarchal violence manifested in various forms, including physical and sexual assault as well as murder. This narrative suggested that women empowered by the control over electricity retaliated against men, showing the negative effects of patriarchy extended to both genders.

Source: Theory and Practice in Language Studies

DOI: 10.17507/tpls.1409.23

Authors: Jusdalyana, Burhanuddin Arafah, Herawaty Abbas, Winda Lestari, Aryati Arifuddin, Marwa Awalia Tang, Andi Nurul Mawaddah Malik

Institution: Hasanuddin University

Language: English

Topic: Gender and Feminist Studies

Subfield: Gender Studies

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Gender equality, Reduced inequalities, Peace, justice, and strong institutions

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4402491171

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