as things stand today, if a married woman works and has no children, she is viewed as selfish; if she stays home and raises a family, she is considered "underemployed" at best; if she works and raises a family, people wonder how she can possibly do the job right; if she is divorced with children, she is responsible for the breakdown of the family unit; if she does not marry, she is considered a spinster. (Ferrante, 2003, p. 342)

feminists have tried to rewrite some of the most celebrated fairy tales (in this case, cinderella), reversing their usual emphases: i really didnt notice that he had a funny nose. and he certainly looked better all dressed up in fancy clothes. he's not nearly as attractive as he seemed the other night. so i think i'll just pretend that this glass slipper feels too tight. (Viorst, 1987, p. 73)

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