Date of Award
Spring 5-9-2017
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Arts (MA)
Department
English
First Advisor
Cristina León Alfar
Second Advisor
Gavin Hollis
Academic Program Adviser
Amy Robbins
Abstract
This argument reshapes the thinking about masculine dominance in Measure for Measure, and considers the patriarchy as a series of socially constructed, hence artificial, rules and regulations. It also explores how Isabella’s discourse and celibacy empower her to defy the constraints of early modern paradigms and achieve individual freedom.
Recommended Citation
Vivona, Gina, "The Sounds of Silence; Or, Isabella’s Counter Discourse in Measure for Measure" (2017). CUNY Academic Works.
https://academicworks.cuny.edu/hc_sas_etds/170
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