Ethos of Masculinity in Nicholas Spark's The Notebook

Abstract

This research challenges the meaning of sex in socio-historical background of man and woman. It reflects the problems of man in the contemporary period because of our misunderstanding and extension of feminism in Nicholas Spark's The Notebook. Both Noah and Allie have lust for their further life. In the beginning of their lifestory they have attachment with each other. They help closely but Noah presents a 'female masculinity' in the beginning of the novel. Noah shows heroic masculinity in the end of paper and bonds with Allie after being businessman. So, this research brings a concept of masculinity derived from Judith Butler, Cora Kaplan, Michel Foucault etc. to notice implication and valorize the condition of male femininity and female masculinity.