Radical Feminism Analysis in the Novel Kim Ji Young, Born 1982

Abstract

Conducting empirical research is crucial as it endeavours to uncover the challenges faced by women concerning the issue of feminism depicted in literary works. Essentially, the feminist movement emerges from a pressing desire to achieve equality between men and women, highlighting the perceived lack of respect for women in accessing opportunities and making decisions in life. The research aims to identify instances of radical feminism that appear in the novel Kim Ji Young, Born 1982. In this research used a qualitative descriptive method to find out the appearance of radical feminism in the novel Kim Ji Young, Born 1982. From the analysis, the researcher found that there are 13 data that show the problem of radical feminism during that period in the novel, the novel illustrates the pervasive nature of gender-based discrimination and inequality, reflective of the broader societal structure rooted in patriarchal values. The data points consistently depict the deeply ingrained gender roles, biases, and discriminatory practices that manifest within familial, educational, and professional settings.