What are the best - known women loving women stories in literature?

Yes, in 'Macbeth' by Shakespeare, Lady Macbeth can be seen as having some sadistic tendencies. She goads Macbeth into murdering King Duncan and shows a rather cruel and power - hungry side. She seems to take a certain pleasure in the planning and execution of the heinous act.

One of the most famous is 'Orlando' by Virginia Woolf. Although it's a complex work that spans different genders and time periods, it contains elements related to female - female love and the exploration of gender. Orlando, who changes gender, has relationships with both men and women, and the female - female aspects are quite thought - provoking.

The TV show 'The L Word' also has many women loving women stories. It follows the lives of a group of lesbian women in Los Angeles. It deals with various aspects of their lives such as relationships, career, and family. There are so many storylines and characters that you can really get immersed in their world.

There is a story about a woman who volunteers at an animal shelter. She devotes so much love and care to the stray animals there. Every day, she feeds them, cleans their cages, and tries to find them forever homes. Her love for these helpless animals is truly inspiring.

There aren't many mainstream, well - known stories that specifically revolve around this concept. However, in some lesser - known works of moralistic literature from the past, there might be instances where a female character with an unpleasant disposition faces some form of physical chastisement. But these are not as widespread or popular as other types of literary themes.

In classic literature, there could be stories that allude to the situation of women being metaphorically 'put in a straight jacket'. For instance, a woman in a very restrictive society where her actions and thoughts are highly controlled can be seen as being in a kind of'straight jacket'. It's not a physical straight jacket but a social and cultural one. Take the character of some Victorian - era women in novels, who had to abide by strict social norms which were like invisible straight jackets.

The Suffragette movement is a great example. Women like Emmeline Pankhurst and her followers supported each other in the fight for women's right to vote. They held rallies, endured hardships together, and inspired more and more women to join the cause. Their united efforts led to significant progress in women's suffrage around the world.

In some novels that focus on female communities, like 'The Color Purple', there are strong female bonds. While not explicitly what the title might seem to imply in a vulgar sense, there are moments of female connection and support that can be seen as a form of positive 'touch' in the emotional and spiritual sense among women. These stories show how women can be there for each other in difficult times and celebrate each other's growth and strength.

There are likely some independent or self - published works that might explore such themes, but they are not widely known. In general, the concept of love potions in relation to black women in literature is not as common as other themes. If we look at the broader context of African - American literature, it often focuses on issues like slavery, civil rights, and cultural heritage. Love potions, if they do appear, are usually part of a larger exploration of cultural beliefs and relationships within the community.

Yes, 'The Handmaid's Tale' by Margaret Atwood is a well - known story written by a woman for women (and a wide audience in general). It presents a dystopian future where women's rights are severely restricted, which is a powerful and thought - provoking exploration of gender and power.