Female Agency through Supernatural Power in Maurier's Rebecca

Abstract

This thesis analyzes the significance of the use of supernatural elements in Maurier's Rebecca. She presents as a horror though she was dead in man's eye. She visualizes her horror gothic for revenge of man's dominance and exploitation. She reveals in the solitude and interconnects man's behaviour interlinked with woman. As a protagonist, she represents the Victorian society. She shows the realistic behaviour and attitude of woman towards man. She fulfills the woman's coverage in the patriarchal society to resist social norms and values. By showing own gothic actions, Rebecca shows woman's empowerment in the then women's status and their dignity before and after life. She exists forever. This paper from gothic feminism finds the conclusion of the supernatural elements.