Some historical novels also have such elements. For instance, in novels set during wars or sieges. Women are sometimes captured by the enemy. They are silenced and restricted in their movements. Their stories often involve trying to escape or endure these difficult situations which can be related to the concept of 'handgagged' in a broader sense of being in a powerless and restricted state.
In the movie 'Taken', there are scenes where women are in dangerous situations that could be related to this concept in a sense of being in the power of villains. The main character's daughter is kidnapped and at times restrained in a way that could be seen as similar to 'handgagged' in a more metaphorical sense as she is held against her will.
Yes, some modern and more open - minded literature might touch on such topics in a very implicit or symbolic way. For example, in certain feminist literature that explores female sexuality, there could be passages that allude to self - discovery which might be related. But it's not very common as it is still a rather private and somewhat taboo topic in the general context of literature.
In some contemporary literature that focuses on women's inner lives, there could be mentions of such experiences. For instance, a character might be on a journey of self - acceptance and part of that could involve her exploration of her own body and sexual desires. It's a way to show the full spectrum of a woman's life, including her sexual side.
There are very few stories that would promote or even casually tell about women seducing boys in a positive light. Most literature that has any form of such a relationship is to explore the psychological and moral implications. For example, in some Victorian novels, there might be hints of older women having improper interests in young boys, but it was always a topic of scandal and moral judgment.
Yes, in some classic literature, there might be such scenarios in the context of discipline in the past. For example, in some coming - of - age stories set in strict family or school environments, an older female figure like a strict governess or a schoolmistress might spank a naughty boy as a form of punishment. However, this is a rather old - fashioned form of discipline that is not commonly depicted in modern literature in a positive light.
Some children's books from the past might also contain such elements, though not in a very graphic way. It was a way of showing discipline in a traditional family or community setting. These stories often aimed to teach children right from wrong. For example, a story might have a grandmother spanking a girl who stole a cookie, and then the girl would learn her lesson and grow to be a more honest person.
Another example can be found in some medieval literature where female characters, especially those who were considered to be outcasts or witches, were sometimes depicted as being whipped. However, these were often more a product of the superstition and misogyny of the time. The literature serves as a way to study how society at that time viewed and treated women.
Yes, in some dark and controversial works of literature, there might be such themes, but they are often disturbing and not widely celebrated. For example, in certain extreme horror or psychological thriller novels where the author might use such a concept to depict a character's extreme degradation or the horror of a particular situation. However, this is not a common or positive theme in mainstream literature.
Yes, in some classic literature, there might be such scenarios. For example, in some coming - of - age stories set in strict disciplinary environments like old - fashioned boarding schools. The strict female teachers or matrons might use spanking as a form of punishment. However, these are often portrayed within the context of the era's ideas about discipline and moral upbringing.
Another example can be found in some detective novels. Female suspects or witnesses might get into arguments over things like inheritance or a man's attention. For instance, in Agatha Christie's works, sometimes two female characters will have a spat that is full of innuendo and one - upmanship, which is a bit like a catfight.