Femininity Behind Barriers: The Artistic Imprisonment of Miss Sasagawara and Feminist Reflections on Gender Norms
Women’s Silent Struggle of Individuality and Femininity Preconceived notions, gender bias and stereotyping are detrimental aspects of a society that stifles voices and creativity. Woman, especially, bear the brunt of this judgemental attitude. The story by Hisaye Yamamoto, “The Legend of Miss Sasagawara” set in the World War-II era, is about Miss Mari Sasagawara who […]