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Feminism In Antigone Summary
Jeannie Vu
Eng101
12/2/14

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Johnson, Ben. "Feminism in Antigone." Feminism in Antigone. Prezi Inc, 22 Nov. 2013. Web. 29 Nov. 2014 accessed. < https://prezi.com/rttpl_tcefpr/feminism-in-antigone/>.
1) This article was actually not about feminism but the exact opposite because he seemed to have emphasized the superiority felt between Creon and other men within the ancient Greek era despite Antigone’s “bravery”. 2) Ben Johnson cited many credible sources showing evidence to help build his concept to write this article. 3) The author seems to have an educational background in ancient Greek history. 4) His article would be suitable for topics on feminism and/or anti feminism.

Holland, Catherine A. "After Antigone: Women, the Past,
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