The Evolution of Feminine Archetypes in English Literature from 1800 to Present

1. Introduction 2. Historical Context of 1800s English Literature 2.1 Socio-political Climate of the 19th Century 2.2 Literary Movements and Trends 2.3 Feminine Roles in Society 3. Feminine Archetypes in Early 19th Century Literature 3.1 The Pure and Pious Woman 3.2 The Romantic Heroine 3.3 The Independent Spirit 4. Victorian Era Feminine Archetypes 4.1 The Angel in the House 4.2 The Fallen Woman 4.3 The Governess and Educated Woman 5. Early 20th Century Transformations 5.1 Modernist Challenges to Archetypes 5.2 The New Woman 5.3 War Influences on Female Characters 5.4 Emergence of Female Authors 6. Mid-20th Century and Feminine Identity 6.1 Post-war Domesticity and Rebellion 6.2 Feminine Mystique in Literature 6.3 Influence of Feminist Movements 7. Contemporary Feminine Archetypes 7.1 Diverse and Multidimensional Characters 7.2 Intersectionality in Literature 7.3 Rewriting Traditional Narratives 8. Conclusion 8.1 Summary of Archetypal Evolution 8.2 Impact on Modern Literature 8.3 Future Directions for Research