Gender Studies have influenced not only our typical sociological, cultural and political pattern but also the narrative Theory and the understanding of traditional literary movements, which has led to the opening of traditional canons and the appearance of queer narratology. Kilian does an excellent job of pointing out essential terms such as heteronormativity or hegemonic masculinity and illustrating the effects these have had on individuals and our society. Furthermore, she clarifies the difference between sex and gender, indicating gender identity's performance based on gender markers. Familiarising oneself with all of these topics is vital if one would like to understand many social, cultural structures and the dominance of white heterosexual men in our society.
After their publication, stories are re-read, forgotten, rediscovered through intertextual referencing, rewriting, or social debates. The basic process of memory in culture: Literary stories are never fully finished since they are continually actualized, discussed, and perceived anew. Firstly, different social actors have various views and perspectives on literary works, which are often influenced by societal changes.
Table of Contents
- Gender Studies, Transgender Studies, Queer Studies
- Cultural Memory
- Narratology
- Reception Theory
- Works Cited List
Objectives and Key Themes
This portfolio explores various critical theories and their applications within English and American Studies. The focus is on understanding how these theories shape our understanding of gender, sexuality, cultural memory, and literary reception.
- The Evolution of Gender and Sexuality Studies
- The Role of Cultural Memory in Shaping Identity and Society
- The Impact of Narratology on Literary Interpretation
- The Influence of Reception Theory on Understanding Literary Works
- The Intersection of Literature, Culture, and Identity
Chapter Summaries
Gender Studies, Transgender Studies, Queer Studies
This chapter explores the development of gender and sexuality studies, tracing the influence of key figures like Michel Foucault, Judith Butler, and R.W. Connell. It delves into the distinction between sex and gender, the concept of heteronormativity, and the emergence of transgender studies and queer theory. The chapter highlights the impact of these theories on understanding social and cultural structures.
Cultural Memory
This chapter focuses on the role of cultural memory in English and American Studies. It examines how traumatic pasts, the afterlife of literature, and transnational and transcultural memory shape our understanding of history and identity. The chapter explores the representation of trauma in literature, the cyclical reception of literary works, and the importance of different perspectives in understanding historical events.
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- Kem Kuliyev (Author), 2020, Impact of gender studies on English literature, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.hausarbeiten.de/document/936745
