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Exploring Esther's Perspectives on Parenthood and Sexism in the 1950s

Delve into Esther's views on parenting, marriage, and gender roles in the 1950s through a critical lens. Analyze figurative language and sexist images from that era in contrast with modern perspectives. Consider Esther's evolving attitude towards Buddy and reflect on the themes of The Bell Jar. Discover in-depth discussions on challenging societal norms.

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Exploring Esther's Perspectives on Parenthood and Sexism in the 1950s

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  1. Do Now: Meet back up with your dialogue partner, be ready to hand in and present in 6 minutes.

  2. Chapter 6 • I thought it sounded just like the sort of drug a man would invent…” Turn to page 66 to review this excerpt.

  3. Esther and Parenthood • What is Esther saying about parenting and child birth? • Figurative language: “long, blind, door less and windowless corridor of pain was waiting to open up and shut her in again. • Corridor- a long passage way that leads into rooms.-Does this sound like the kind of corridor you would want your life going down? • Are Esther’s views different from the traditional 1950’s view on parenthood/marriage and the female role?

  4. Images from the 1950’s

  5. What is sexist about these advertisements? • Write down your answer in your journal. • Sexism- prejudice, stereotyping, or discrimination on the basis of sex and/or gender.

  6. Clip from The Bell Jar film • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-zku3sW_fMk6:00- 12:30

  7. After Buddy Unveils “I didn’t know what to say. My mother and my grandmother had started hinting around to me a lot lately about what a fine, clean boy Buddy Willard was, coming from such a fine, clean family...” (p.68)

  8. Who is Gladys? • What causes Esther’s view of Buddy to change?

  9. Has Esther’s view of Buddy changed? • Find a quote from the text that shows her change in attitude towards Buddy:

  10. Exit Slip • On a separate sheet of paper • What caused Esther’s opinion of Buddy to change? • Do you think Esther is really done with Buddy? Why or why not?

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