What are the characteristics of the woman protagonists in some well - known woman protagonist novels?

Often, they are strong - willed. For example, in 'Gone with the Wind', Scarlett O'Hara is determined to save her family's plantation despite all the hardships of the Civil War.

Another is her journey to discover her true self and her place in the world. This involves her interactions with both the mortal and the divine worlds, and learning about her powers and responsibilities.

Angela Merkel is another well - known female leader. As the Chancellor of Germany, she was known for her calm and rational leadership. She played a major role in handling the European debt crisis and refugee issues. Her leadership style was respected both within Germany and in the international community, showing that women can be effective leaders in complex political and economic situations.

Sure. 'Jane Eyre' is also considered in this category. Jane is a moral and well - behaved woman, despite the hardships she faces. She has a strong sense of self - respect and behaves in a proper way throughout the story. Additionally, 'Wuthering Heights' has elements of this, as Catherine Earnshaw is initially a well - behaved girl from a certain social class, though her story takes a complex turn.

One of the most famous is Io's story from Greek mythology. As I mentioned before, Zeus turned her into a cow to protect her from Hera. Hera then sent a gadfly to torment Io, who had to wander the earth in her bovine form.

One well - known 'every woman novel' could be 'Pride and Prejudice' by Jane Austen. It showcases the lives and loves of women in a particular society, with strong female characters like Elizabeth Bennet.

There's 'The Yearling' which is set in Florida. It tells the story of a boy and his family, but also has important female characters. It gives a great view of rural Florida life at that time and the women play significant roles within the family and community.

Charlotte Perkins Gilman is a well - known author. Her work 'The Yellow Wallpaper' is a famous example of the American New Woman novel genre. It delves into the psychological state of a woman trapped in a patriarchal society. Another is Edith Wharton. She often wrote about the complex lives of women in different social settings.

One that comes to mind is 'Love Across Cultures' which beautifully portrays the relationship between an Asian man and a Black woman. It delves into their initial attraction, the cultural misunderstandings they face, and how they overcome them to build a strong relationship.

Nicholas Sparks is well - known for writing novels like 'The Notebook' which can be considered in the category of older woman romance. Another is Jane Austen, with her works such as 'Pride and Prejudice' and 'Sense and Sensibility' where the female characters, while not old in the modern sense, are mature and their romances are central to the stories. And Diana Gabaldon, author of 'Outlander', also creates engaging romances involving older female characters in parts of the story.