Gentle Lena
I find it particularly interesting to research the circumstances in which authors conduct their literary works. In conducting my critical review of Gertrude Stein's "The Gentle Lena," the circumstances prevailing during this period become immediate. In particular, the role of women in society becomes immediately apparent when reading this shirt story. When comparing the context of this work with the women's rights movement in recent memory, society has come very far in regards to equality. In this document, I will examine Gertrude Stein's "The Gentle Lena," in both a historical and social context. I will then examine how the prevailing sentiments of the time influenced many of the character interactions with the short story.
To begin, Lena's gentle and often submissive behavior was very typical of women during the early part of the 20th century. Women, during this period were considered inferior to men in many respects. They were expected to adhere and acquiesce to any request from their male counterparts. In hindsight, this thinking was obviously absurd and ill advised. However, given the circumstances prevailing in the early 20th century, it was effective for both the family and society in general.
During this period, the world was undergoing fundamental change. The industrial revolution was spreading its efficiencies around the world. Societies were becoming more productive. Transportation and travel were revolutionized...
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