As has been mentioned in the previous chapter of this thesis, feminism is a movement aimed at revaluing a woman`s position in the society. From this point of view, Janie Crawford`s story can be considered as a example of the feminist movement (Miller, 2004). During her lifetime, she has to struggle with male dominance and oppression in order to achieve acceptance and fulfilment in her life. In the course of time, Janie regains her independence as a woman which allows for analysing her from the feminism`s point of view. The process of her development as a woman is visible through her three marriages. The first was arranged by Nanny and her grandmother who perceived marriage as a warranty of financial security. Since they have never experienced
