“‘That New Free Woman with Novel Inside.’” Indiana University Press Blog. 5 October 2016. (original) (raw)

Joyce's representations of female bicyclists in 'Finnegans Wake' serve as a lens to explore themes of empowerment, sexual agency, and narrative continuity, contrasting traditional portrayals of women in literature. By comparing Joyce’s positive depictions to those of his contemporaries, the article argues that Joyce's cyclists embody the dynamic potential of women in early-twentieth-century society, challenging social norms and asserting a new feminist identity. This analysis connects Joyce's work to ongoing discussions about gender equality and the representation of women in modernist literature.