Womens literature is a form of literary and artistic expression that centers on women’s experiences and perspectives This type of literature provides an opportunity for readers, writers, and scholars to explore and celebrate the ideas, issues, and stories of women from around the world. Womens literature can take many forms, such as novels, autobiographies, poetry, plays, and essays. Because there is such a wide range of topics and styles of expression, it can provide an engaging and thought-provoking presentation topic.
1. The Life and Legacy of Sylvia Plath: This topic provides an exploration of the life and work of one of the most influential female poets of 20th century American literature. By focusing the presentation on Plath’s unique style, her exploration of issues such as mental health and society’s treatment of women, and her influence on modern literature and culture, this can become an inspiring and educational talk.
2. Women in the Harlem Renaissance: This topic looks at the role of women authors, musicians, and activists in the Harlem Renaissance of the 1920s, where a vibrant artistic and cultural movement was taking place. By focusing on such figures as Zora Neale Hurston and Langston Hughes, their writing styles, and the social issues they addressed, this can become an engaging and enlightening presentation.
3. Asian American Women Poets: This topic looks at the works of contemporary Asian American female poets, examining the themes and styles of their work. Through focusing on authors such as Cathy Song, Li-Young Lee, and Marilyn Chin, and looking at their reflections on heritage, identity, and immigration, this presentation can become an exploration of a unique perspective that is often overlooked in literature.
4. Native American Women Writers: This topic examines the powerful prose and poetry of Native American women writers, to explore the unique and often overlooked cultures they represent. By exploring such authors as Leslie Marmon Silko, Louise Erdrich, and Joy Harjo, the presentation can become an exploration of the stories, issues, and themes of Native American women.
5. Feminist Theory in Literature: This topic looks at feminist theories in literature, examining works such as Virginia Woolf’s A Room of One’s Own and Simone de Beauvoir’s The Second Sex. By examining these writings and the ideas of gender roles and oppression, this presentation can become an exploration of a perspective often overlooked by mainstream literature.