'Gynocriticism' is associated with_________________?
Correct answer: A. Elaine Showalter
- A. Elaine Showalter
- B. Ellen Moors
- C. Julia Kristeva
- D. Kate Millet
Explanation
Elaine Showalter coined and developed gynocriticism, which studies women's writing and the female literary tradition. It differs from feminist critique of male-authored texts, although both belong to feminist criticism.
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