CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
PURPOSE OF THE STUDY
The goal of this research is to show how Julie Okoh’s novel The Trials is a feminist literature.
SCOPE OF THE STUDY
The Trials by Julie Okoh is the subject of this study. The study looks at the most memorable aspects of a feminist text, such as strong memorable female characters, portrayals of women as having innate goodness and genuine concern for the family, particularly children; portrayals of women as being instrumental in positive change in improving society economically; and finally, the presence of power relations and calls for change in women’s status as critical responses of women to a society dominated by men.
METHODOLOGY
This study is qualitative, and it revolves around Julie Okoh’s text The Trials as the major source. Journal papers and books were also used as sources.