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This research examines the representation of domestic abuse and the significance of space in two distinct narratives.

April 14, 2026Open Access

Not An Angel, Just A Woman: Domestic Abuse and The Significance of Space in The Tenant of Wildfell Hall and Netflix's Maid

ABAlyson BaughDienstleistungszentrum Ländlicher Raum

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This research examines the representation of domestic abuse and the significance of space in two distinct narratives.
Comparative literary analysis of The Tenant of Wildfell Hall and Netflix's Maid.
Analysis of thematic elements related to space and the concept of home.
Exploration of historical and contemporary contexts of domestic abuse.
Both narratives depict how space can both confine and liberate individuals experiencing domestic abuse.
The portrayal of domestic spaces evolves between the Victorian period and contemporary society, reflecting cultural shifts.
Key themes of reclamation of space are evident, suggesting a complex relationship with the notion of home.

Abstract

The Tenant of Wildfell Hall, by Anne Brontë, was published in the Victorian period, and Netflix’s TV series Maid was released in 2021. Despite being from different time periods, both stories explore domestic abuse, particularly through the significance of space and environment. Both texts use their individual stories to explore the double meaning of space and the reclamation of domestic spaces, and to redefine what makes a home a home.

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