The literary evolution of the mother and daughter image in the context of postmodernism and globalization in English literature

The representation of mothers and daughters occupies a significant place in English literature, reflecting changing perceptions of femininity, family, identity, and social responsibility. In the context of postmodernism and globalization, the traditional literary image of the mother and daughter has undergone substantial transformation. This article examines the literary evolution of mother and daughter images in English literature, with particular attention to the influence of postmodern aesthetics and globalization. The study discusses selected works by Virginia Woolf, Margaret Atwood, Jeanette Winterson, Angela Carter, Kate Atkinson, Zadie Smith, and other writers in order to identify major tendencies in the transformation of female representation.