Authorship and Gender: Theoretical Perspectives in Literature

This examination focuses on how an author’s gender identity shapes their writing and influences literary works. Candidates will be expected to interrogate critical theories about authorship and gender.

The implications of these topics extend to both the production and reception of texts, highlighting the significance of gender bias in literary critiques and discussions. Understanding these factors contributes to a wider examination of how literature both reflects and challenges social ideologies.

Candidates will demonstrate their verbal understanding of how gender impacts literary authorship, discussing relevant theories and texts. The ability to articulate these concepts clearly and thoughtfully is essential.

A thorough investigation of relevant gender theories and texts will support candidates in their preparation for this examination, emphasizing the intersection of gender and literary production.