Woman's Writing ENG-H-DSC 19 (Major Course), Semester 7 (English Version)

Author: Pallab Das Pages: 364 Binding: Paperback Language: English Course: ENG-H-DSC 19 (Major Course) Semester: 7 (NEP/CCF) University: University of Calcutta Publisher: Book Valley About the Book Woman's Writing ENG-H-DSC 19 is a comprehensive academic guide specially designed for Semester 7 English Honours (Major) students of the University of Calcutta under the NEP/CCF curriculum. Written by Pallab Das, the book offers detailed explanations of the prescribed texts, critical interpretations, historical context, and examination-oriented study material to help students develop a strong understanding of women's writing and feminist literary traditions. The guide explores the evolution of women's literature through poetry, fiction, and non-fiction by influential women writers from different literary and cultural backgrounds. It examines important themes such as gender, identity, patriarchy, feminism, social justice, selfhood, freedom, resistance, and women's experiences, enabling students to critically engage with the diverse voices that have shaped literary history. The prescribed syllabus includes works by writers such as Emily Dickinson, Elizabeth Barrett Browning, Eunice de Souza, Emily Brontë, Mahasweta Devi, Katherine Mansfield, Mary Wollstonecraft, and Rassundari Devi, offering students a broad perspective on women's literary contributions and feminist thought. Each prescribed text is supported by comprehensive summaries, thematic discussions, character analysis, historical and literary background, and critical interpretations. The book also includes chapter-wise explanations, important literary concepts, examination-oriented questions, model answers, and revision notes that strengthen analytical thinking and improve academic writing skills. Written in a clear, systematic, and student-friendly style, this guide is an excellent companion for classroom learning, self-study, revision, and semester examination preparation. It helps students appreciate the significance of women's voices in literature while developing the critical skills required for university examinations. Key Features Based on the University of Calcutta NEP/CCF Semester 7 syllabus Designed for ENG-H-DSC 19 (Major Course) Covers prescribed texts with detailed critical analysis Explains major concepts of women's writing and feminist literary criticism Includes historical, literary, and cultural contexts Chapter-wise examination-oriented notes Important questions with model answers Enhances literary interpretation and analytical writing skills Clear and student-friendly presentation Ideal for classroom study, revision, and self-learning Topics Covered Women's Writing Feminist Literary Theory Poetry by Women Writers Fiction by Women Writers Non-Fiction and Feminist Thought Gender and Identity Patriarchy and Resistance Critical Analysis Literary and Historical Context Examination-Oriented Notes Important Questions and Model Answers