The trouble was, I hated the idea of serving men in any way.

πŸ“– Sylvia Plath

🌍 American  |  πŸ‘¨β€πŸ’Ό Poet

πŸŽ‚ October 27, 1932  β€“  ⚰️ February 11, 1963
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In Sylvia Plath's "The Bell Jar," the protagonist struggles with the societal expectations placed upon women, particularly the expectation to serve men. This feeling of distaste toward subservience reflects a deeper frustration with traditional gender roles and the limitations they impose on a woman's identity and aspirations.

The quote encapsulates the character's rebellion against a life defined by male authority and societal norms. Her internal conflict highlights the broader themes of...

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