The Topeka School

How does the author use juxtaposition in the novel, The Topeka School?

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The author uses juxtapositions and discrepancies between perspectives to advance its thematic and sociopolitical ideas. For example, when exploring misogyny and toxic masculinity, the narrative demonstrates how differences of experience between men and women can lead men to perpetuate harmful dynamics. When Jane’s book becomes popular, women celebrate the book, while many men vilify Jane and her feminist ideas. Additionally, the experiences of the individual characters demonstrate how upbringing may perpetuate harmful dynamics across generations. However, the novel also acknowledges how individual and societal dynamics may conversely help to ameliorate sociopolitical problems.

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The Topeka School, BookRags