November 8, 2025

Diasporic Female Subjectivity and Dissent in Margaret Atwood’s Neo-Victorian Novel Alias Grace

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Diasporic subjectivity reveals the complexities of female individuality in historical contexts, emphasizing the struggles against patriarchy.
The term `Victorian` captures a period marked by significant social norms and imperialistic attitudes that continue to affect narratives today.
Analysis of `Alias Grace` demonstrates how nostalgia can be subverted to critique the unjust nature of imperialism and racism.
Exploring marginalized female criminals sheds light on the dark realities women faced in the nineteenth century, particularly through the lens of colonialism.

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This article discusses issues of diaspora and female individuality in Alias Grace, highlighting the critique of Victorian patriarchy and imperialism.

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This article discusses issues of diaspora and female individuality in Alias Grace, highlighting the critique of Victorian patriarchy and imperialism.