"The Two:" A Look at the Woman-to-Woman Bond and Its Effect on Traditional Gender Roles. Written about "The Two," a chapter from Gloria Naylor's "The Women of Brewster Place".
Title: "The Two:" A Look at the Woman-to-Woman Bond and Its Effect on Traditional Gender Roles. Written about "The Two," a chapter from Gloria Naylor's "The Women of Brewster Place".
Category: /Literature/North American
Details: Words: 985 | Pages: 4 (approximately 235 words/page)
"The Two:" A Look at the Woman-to-Woman Bond and Its Effect on Traditional Gender Roles. Written about "The Two," a chapter from Gloria Naylor's "The Women of Brewster Place".
Category: /Literature/North American
Details: Words: 985 | Pages: 4 (approximately 235 words/page)
The bond that women share has always been a mystery, surpassing any other type of relationship. Throughout history, there have been many Thelma and Louises or Betty and Wilmas. It's a cohesive connection that goes beyond a comprehensive definition. However, when this type of relationship is perceived as lesbianism, the traditional gender role belief system is threatened and this can often lead to negative outcomes.
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…showed last 75 words of 985 total…bond that women share transcends all definition and explanation. It's a close-knit relationship that goes beyond friendship and love. When seen as a homosexual relationship, the traditional gender role beliefs held by some are questioned and this refusal to understand or this lack of understanding can lead to dire consequences.
Works Cited:
Gates, Jr., Louis, and Nellie McKay, eds. African American Literature. New York: Norton & Company, 1997.
Naylor, Gloria. "The Two." Gates, Jr. 2544 - 2571.