He also sought to create a world where women were not defined by how they were viewed by men, but were instead defined by their intelligence, determination, and accomplishments. If you are NOT a fast reader, then you have to ask yourself this question: The female main characters were the beneficiaries of fortune. But which of those early wizards was your favorite? During the first three volumes, I was under the impression that men and women during the Age of Legends had been equal in the One Power. And that doesn't include the battles that Matt recalls. Which, of course, only reinforces the bias, despite attempts at being diverse. FeministWarrior FeministWarrior Topic Creator 5 years ago 4 Like the original myth of the Amazons, its function is to demonstrate the perils of allowing women to wield power, and also to mete out harsh consequences of sexual humiliation both literal and symbolic for those who presume to do so without male approval.
