Feminism

Trifles, by Susan Glaspell, was written in 1916. It has been championed by contemporary feminists. It seems that "Feminism" is a concept hard to define and often misunderstood. Your job is ti come to some kind of understanding of the concept by using the play and other sources. Is the play of historical interest or does it speak to the contemporary reader. The essay needs to define Feminism and offer the specific statement the play makes.

Define and briefly discuss feminism

Explain how this play is a feminist play

Explain specifically what the play says about the nature of male-female relationships. What is the precise nature of the feminist statement the play makes?