Reading Women in Literature: The Semiotic Way

Explore the power of semiotics in uncovering marginalized female voices in literature through this 14-minute TEDx talk by Nelson Mangaldan Buso Jr. Discover how the study of signs and meanings can challenge traditional interpretations of literary works and reveal the subtle ways women resist patriarchal structures. Examine personal experiences and literary texts, including Gabriela Lee's "Hunger" and Art Spiegelman's "Maus," to gain insights into the agency of female characters often overshadowed by male-dominated narratives. Learn from Buso Jr., an instructor at the University of the Philippines Diliman, as he encourages a fresh perspective on reading and interpreting women's roles in literature and life.