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Angela Carter - Biography

Carter was born on 7 May 1940 in London, United Kingdom. Her childhood was not easy, and she often spent time in the library, reading books was her salvation from family difficulties. This experience shaped her love of literature and desire to become a writer.

Angela studied at British College and at the University of Bristol, where she studied English literature. Her teachers inspired her literary work, and she began writing poetry and short stories. During this period, she also became interested in feminism and folklore, which influenced her future writing.

Angela became known for her unique style and bold themes in literature. She was an active participant in the literary movement known as the "new feminism," and her works actively discussed female sexuality, power and cultural stereotypes. Her work also includes elements of magical realism and Gothic literature.

One of Angela's most famous works is the collection of short stories "The Bloody Chamber," published in 1979. This collection revisits classic tales and myths, giving them a modern and erotic character. approaches fairy tales as a means of conveying women's experiences and views.

Angela Carter has always emphasized the importance of female emancipation and the exploration of sexuality in her writing. She believed that literature had the power to provoke debate and change society. Her writing often taunts canons and taboos, urging readers to reflect and sparking debate.

In addition to "The Bloody Chamber," Angela has written numerous other successful novels, short stories, and essays. Some of her notable works include "Nights at the Circus," "Wise Children," and "The Sadeian Woman."