I decided to write about the question concerning When Norma Jean tells Leroy she's leaving him, he asks her, "Is this one of those women's lib things?" along with the questions: is this a story about feminism? Discuss the ideology apparent in the ways that Norma Jean “progresses.” What do we know about Norma Jean's feelings? How does Mason give us some access into her emotional life? How would you describe Mabel Beasley within a feminist framework? The reason this question appealed to me was the idea of feminism. I believe in the idea that women should be allowed the freedom and equality to do as they wish, and succeed in life unlike the women before them. Larry Mclain stated “Feminism was first used in the 1980s, the concept has gone through three stages of development, leading to an unprecedented level of formalization.” I find this interesting and extremely important in American history. What stood out to me in the story “Shiloh” when I reread it with the question in mind I realized that many of the women seemed to be changing roles with their husbands and exhibiting feminist characteristics. Norma Jean seemed like an independent woman in wanting more breathing space from her husband, and she works…show more content… Patton. This article was based on the gender roles, and the symbolism hidden in Shiloh . Patton stated that “There is a dissatisfaction within Norma Jean, just like the women in the feminist movement, not just about how men see them but how they see themselves.” This quote really made me think of the unrealistic expectations women are suppose to be. Women are going to always feel as if they are not good enough ,or pretty enough. It is not only man's fault for our unhappiness, it is also our our own. Patton stated, “Mason showcases the obstacles that stood in the way of the new feminists.” This helped me understand how hard it was for feminist in the early
