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Female writers have significantly influenced evolving perceptions of aging, challenging historical views. Literature offers valuable insights into contemporary shifts in how society views women

Area of Science:

  • Gerontology and Literary Studies: Interdisciplinary analysis of aging representations.
  • Cultural Studies: Examining societal perceptions and literary portrayals of women's aging.

Context:

  • Historical debate initiated by Diderot and Sophie Volland on aging aesthetics.
  • Evolution of societal views on aging, particularly concerning women.
  • The under-explored role of female authors in shaping these perspectives.

Purpose:

  • To investigate the impact of female writers on the discourse surrounding women's aging.
  • To analyze how literary representations reflect and influence contemporary views on growing old.
  • To explore literature's contribution to understanding societal mutations in aging perceptions.

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  • This study examines the historical debate on aging aesthetics and its evolution.

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    • Highlights the crucial role of literature in understanding societal shifts in aging perceptions.
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