Feminine Sense in Southern Memoir

Discover the intricate layers of Southern feminism through the lens of personal narratives in Feminine Sense in Southern Memoir by Will Brantley. Published by the University Press of Mississippi in 2010, this compelling study spans 306 pages and offers an intertextual examination of the self-writings of influential authors such as Lillian Smith, Ellen Glasgow, Eudora Welty, Lillian Hellman, Katherine Anne Porter, and Zora Neale Hurston. Brantley skillfully places these memoirs within the broader context of Southern feminism and the evolving discourse of modern American liberalism, providing readers with a rich understanding of the cultural and historical significance of these voices. Ideal for scholars and enthusiasts of feminist literature, this book invites you to explore the intersections of gender, race, and identity in the South. Enhance your library with this insightful work that sheds light on the powerful narratives of women who shaped American literature.