Questions About Girl Sleuth: Nancy Drew and the Women Who Created Her

by Melanie Rehak (Goodreads Author)

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Is Nancy's character intended to portray feminism?

Rachel Stienberg Nancy Drew's character was constantly in a state of modernization. Designed as free spirited, she took on positive attributes like athletic skills and…moreNancy Drew's character was constantly in a state of modernization. Designed as free spirited, she took on positive attributes like athletic skills and cleverness, which led her to take on a role as an independent woman.

Her first reveal to the public was in 1930, so I'm fairly certain that the feminism wasn't a clear goal for the ghost writers & company; but they did establish one of the few female characters unhindered by romance or existing to act as a damsel in distress. (less)

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