The philosophical dimensions of women’s intellectual agency in the works of Muriel Spark

Abstract

This article explores the philosophical dimensions of women’s intellectual capacity in the literary world of Muriel Spark. Through her innovative narrative strategies, writer illustrates themes of identity, autonomy, and the search for meaning in a fragmented postmodern world. The analysis focuses on how M. Spark’s female characters negotiate intellectual independence, moral choice, and self-definition, revealing the intersection of literature and philosophy in her representation of women’s inner lives.