Authors:
Mundi Rahayu
and
Nahdia Aurelia Aurita
Affiliation:
Universitas Islam Negeri Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang, Indonesia
Keyword(s):
feminist consciousness, Cantik itu Luka, traditional stereotype, new woman, 4. Conclusion, References
Abstract:
Eka Kurniawan’s novel “Cantik Itu Luka” is his first major novel successfully constructs the main female character, Dewi Ayu, which is unique, controversial and heartbreaking. This study aims to analyze the main female character, Dewi Ayu, in “Cantik itu Luka.” This study argues that although the main character is not a native Javanese woman, she represents herself as a woman that is able to challenge traditional stereotypes. Based on the data analysis, Dewi Ayu’s characterization, acts and actions it can be concluded that she builds feminist consciousness. She can be called new woman because the new character is able to challenge traditional stereotypes of Dutch and Javanese woman, which is mostly characterized by obedience to man and social norms under patriarchal society. It can be found out from the analysis that Dewi Ayu feminist consciousness challenges the social norms through her rebellious spirit, self-reliance, bravity, determined, and leadership.