Sunday, February 11, 2018

The Most Surprising Characters Of Female Anti Hero Novel

By Diane Williams


Antiheros or anti heroines are men and women that are depicted in numerous works of literature and cinematic rolls of film since the earliest centuries of humankind. This archetype has long since entranced audiences and readers for their strong yet unlikely characteristics, making them unusual protagonists that play central roles in these works. Despite not exhibiting any particularly redeeming qualities, these characters continue to induce a hypnotic trance, which leaves the audience feeling entranced despite not agreeing with their actions and reasoning a hundred percent of the time.

This archetype was first seen among classical Greek literature, Renaissance works of fiction, and even the earliest forms of Roman writings. It was in seventeen fourteen however, when the term was first coined, particularly with the emergence of stories that primarily focused on this type of character, which became a recurring theme that writers used when creating novels and short stories. At present day, this writing tool continues to be of much usage and its popularity with fiction writers and comic book superheroes is proof of its charm and how audiences are forever taken by storm by such unique personalities. Following this trail of thought, this article will emphasize on the most surprising characters of female anti hero novel.

To top off this list is Amy Dunne, otherwise known as the Amazing Amy. Amy is the lead role in Gone Girl, a woman that seemingly appears innocent as the pages turn. She is caught in a tremulous marriage with a husband that seems to despise her, to the brink of near abuse. Although a child prodigy, Amy surprised readers with a plot twist halfway through, as the events leading to the present are slowly revealed piece by piece. Gillian Flynn writes an extraordinary personality, a girl that never left the minds of readers as they finish reading the book.

Macbeth highly popular play authored by William Shakespeare and was adapted on stage in 1606. The main character is Lady Macbeth. A tyrannical yet charming leader who is the staple for classic anti heroine personalities in plays. Lady Macbeth was a leader who constantly questioned and challenged the ideals and behaviors that were expected of women at the time in society.

The following enhancement to this checklist is Rachel Watson, from The Woman on the Train, which was created by Paula Hawkins. The heroine of this publication, Rachel is constantly intoxicated and due to the fact that of this negative routine, she could not appear to remember if she had actually eliminated someone or not. She displays high qualities that could transform some people off, such as being stressed over her violent ex-spouse other half and taking the traveler train to function, regardless of being discharged weeks prior to. An undependable storyteller, Rachel comes to terms with her scenario and tips up to address the secret of fatality as soon as and for all.

Another classical book is that of Therese Raquin, authored by Emile Zola. The titular character is a woman of the same name. Zola is considered the founding pioneer of naturalism and as a result, his works are all quite realistic. In fact, Zola is known for his knack of creating stories and works of fictions that focus more on the nasty and grotesque side of humanity, as opposed to the wondrous. Set in Paris, Therese is a murderer, but she is also the protagonist. One that was truly revolutionary during her time.

Stieg Larsson is a popular figure in literature, politics, and among protesters and libertarians. However, he shocked readers and followers of his work when his Millennium trilogy was released after his death, the first one entitled The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo. It featured a most unlikely protagonist in the form of a troubled punk woman named Lisbeth Salander. Among her many gifts and talents include boxing, professional hacking, research, and a photographic memory. All this makes for an interesting personality, which she exudes with much wisdom and with a strong inclination for justice, despite of her unorthodox methods.

Another work of art by Shakespeare is Titus Andronicus, featuring the lead with the same name. The name itself translates into the queen of vengeance and story begins when her eldest son was sacrificed by the antagonist named Titus. Following that event, she plots and devices a strategy to make him pay and suffer for the injustice that took place. Regarded as the goriest work of art by Shakespeare, this is not a book for the faint of heart.

Cathrine Earnshaw is a highly popular character, belonging to the world of Wuthering Heights. This is a world that could only come from the world of Emily Bronte, published in 1847 under a pseudonym she used called Ellis Bell. The novel is most notable for its use of death as a tool for romanticism and how relationships among the young work.




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