10 Katarina to Katniss: Girls of Fire 1

In this course, you will use a feminist lens to explore literature and examine how stories shape our understanding of gender roles and identity, power relationships and the qualities of men and women. You will develop your skills of critical inquiry through reading, writing and viewing. 

• What is feminism? 

• How is gender portrayed in films, plays and novels? 

• How does this portrayal influence societies?