This paper sought to unravel the contemporary views on Filipino woman through speech and though presentation using Magnificence written by Estrella Alfon. Speech and thought presentation is primarily concerned as to how a writer reveals the speech and thought of their characters as they interact with other characters in the literary work. As literature remains a reflection of the society, speech and thought presentation gave way to the perception of how a Filipino woman is now seen in the society. The analysis revealed the following views: an unconventional woman as a mother; an equal partner; and a ‘magnificent’ and headstrong woman. As these contemporary views on Filipino were explored, an acceptance to more progressive perspective on the Filipino women will most likely emerge in the future.
speech and thought presentation, Magnificence, contemporary woman, Estrella Alfon
Maria Cecilia Jhadziah B. Diva is a graduate of Bachelor of Secondary Education – Major in English at Laguna State Polytechnic University – San Pablo City Campus. She is currently a student of Philippine Normal University and studies Master of Arts in Education with specialization in Literature.
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Diva, M.J. (2022). The alpha female: Speech and thought presentation of the contemporary Filipino woman in Magnificence. International Review of Social Sciences Research, 2(4), 1-17. https://doi.org/10.53378/352925
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