She challenges gender expectations from "summary" of The Well of Loneliness by Radclyffe Hall
Stephen challenges gender expectations by defying traditional roles and norms that society imposes upon women. From a young age, she rejects the feminine clothes and activities that her mother tries to impose on her, preferring instead to engage in traditionally masculine pursuits like hunting and riding. This defiance of gender norms is further emphasized by her refusal to conform to societal expectations of femininity, both in her appearance and behavior. Throughout the novel, Stephen grapples with her own identity and struggles to find acceptance in a world that does not understand or condone her desires and attractions. Her relationships with women, particularly with Mary, challenge conventional notions of love and sexuality, as she seeks a deeper connection that transcends societal expectations of gender roles. Stephen's internal conflict is mirrored by the external chall...
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