Essays and Research Papers on Women's Studies (All)

This 5 page paper takes a look at several classic poets' works such as Tennyson, Keats, Browning and Wordsworth. The paper suggests that Tennyson's treatment of the female gender is quite different from that of the other authors. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 5 page research paper/essay that examines the relationship between the legalization of birth control and women joining the work force. The writer argues that women working in great numbers could not have happened until women had the ability to choose to limit their fertility. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 5 page report discusses the haunting short story “The Yellow Wallpaper,” written by Charlotte Perkins Gilman (1860-1935), is both a feminist exploration of the ways in which women of Gilman’s time were limited to a very narrow definition of what was socially acceptable for them and a declaration of realism regarding the inherent damage done to women because ...

This 5 page report discusses Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley’s novel “Frankenstein” and whether or not there is a moral to the story. The report asserts that there certainly is a moral but that the moral is multi-faceted and offers numerous areas for consideration of the moral in the story. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 6 page paper which discusses various aspects of vaginal birth after having experienced a ceasarean section (VBAC). Bibliography lists 9 sources.

This 5 page paper looks at how women are portrayed in fiction as well as the difference between male and female fiction writers. Nina Baym's work is used as a springboard for discussion. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 7 page paper which presents information regarding postpartum depression and then argues that it is not a valid excuse for committing murder. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 5 page report discusses the fact that stories and legends of the Goddess abound in virtually every culture throughout the world. Archaeological findings throughout the world have revealed an amazing degree of repetition in terms of symbolic associations between the female form, ritualistic objects, apparent practices, and how all of life is related to and dependent on that which creates ...

5 pages in length. Julie, Ann and Elise needed to get away for the weekend. Between their boyfriends, work and classes, all three young women were past due for some serious rest and relaxation. They were looking forward to this trip for many reasons, but one of the most important was so ...

A 6 page paper which examines Greek and Roman women and then discusses how they compare with the lives of women today. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 6 page report discusses whether or not menopause is a negative aspect in a woman’s life. The answer is that it primarily depends on the individual woman. For some women, reaching menopause may serve as an unavoidable reminder that they are getting older. There are also woman who view it as the door opening to the most creative period of ...

A 5 page paper which discusses aspects of women, in terms of their sexuality, in ancient Greek and Hebrew culture, as well as the cultures of Americans today. The paper relies on the texts "The Reign of the Phallus" by Eva Keuls, "The Creation of Patriarchy" by Gerda Lerner, and "The Religious Suppression of Eros" ...

This 6 page report discusses the autobiographical account of Nien Cheng’s experiences during China’s Cultural Revolution. “Life and Death in Shanghai” by Nien Cheng requires that the reader or student be particularly aware of the unique nuance of time and place and how Cheng causes those aspects of the story to be as essential as the actual characters of the book. ...

A 14 page overview of the many issues involved in deciding abortion policy in the U.S. Reviews the history of U.S. abortion policy including Roe verses Wade and recent state attempts to block partial birth abortions. Emphasizes that the issues of abortion often only become more complicated in a controversial political environment. Concludes ...

This 5 page paper provides an analysis of the movement as a social movement. The concepts of social movement and collective behavior are each defined. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 8 page paper provides an overview of the problem of marital rape and then outlines the perspectives presented in an interview with a social worker at a woman's shelter. This paper integrates both statistical and theoretical elements as well as outcomes relative to the interview process. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 11 page report discusses the remarkable life of Mary Harris Jones or “Mother” Jones (1837- 1930) Because of her radical politics and her determination, she was one of the most famous women in America in the early years of the 20th century. She was famous in many respects because she was nobody and yet she was ...

A 6 page review of the major themes and symbolism in this 1961 story. Although “I Stand Here Ironing” is not biographical it parallels to some degree events which occurred in Olsen’s own life. It is the story of a young and inexperienced mother who painfully relates the deplorable circumstances of her life ...

10 pages in length. Muslim women under the Taliban control have long suffered at the hands of their male counterparts. Whether the torture culminates as emotional, physical or both, the patriarchal influence has been a strong power upon the very essence of being female. The lives of Muslim women under the Taliban ...

8 pages in length. Along with a handful of other famous playwrights, Joanna Baillie represents the epitome of theatrical feminism. language of the dialogue in Count Basil points the audience toward her conclusion on heroism, masculinity and femininity by way of boldly contesting the path upon which the nineteenth century Baillie saw theater ...

A 5 page paper how through the experimental verses of feminist poetry that attempts to, through the creative use of language, reconstruct a woman’s identity in society, through their critical presentations of the social formation of gender. Poets and critics discussed include Erica Hunt, Craig Owens, Rae Armantrout, Ann Lauterbach, Norma Cole, Harryette Mullen, ...

An 8 page discussion of the societal factors which translate into family violence. The author contends that distinct differences exist between families in the way they deal with conflict. Families either facilitate or inhibit the use of aggression. Given this fact, therefore, it becomes obvious that there must be ways to prevent ...

A 5 page paper. Fundraising efforts have been going on for about 20 years in the search for a cure for breast cancer. Hundreds of millions of dollars are donated each year by a variety of organizations and projects. This essay describes some of the many fundraising projects for this cause. Bibliography lists 5 ...

An eight page paper which looks at the achievements of Elizabeth Cady Stanton, who was instrumental in campaigning for women’s suffrage in the USA, and the way that her life and works influenced various aspects of American society both at the time and subsequently. Bibliography lists 3 sources

This 6 page report discusses issues of self-esteem as related to Black women and makes the conclusion that, collectively, adult Black women have been ignored in the ongoing research into one determines a person’s sense of themselves and their own degree of self-esteem. This is of particular irony since the color of a person’s skin has been shown, throughout history ...