Angela Carter uses her performance of “Puss in Boots” to convey an idea regarding gender roles within society; notions relating in particular to the place of women in the eyes of the population. Through the character dynamics and perception of the Cat, Carter is able to impress upon the reader his ideas regarding the role of women within society in a commendable manner. The first trace of gender role analysis is prevalent in the names of the male characters: Puss in Boots, Mr. Panteleone and the Master. These names are a reference to male dominance within society. Puss in Boots and Mr Panteleon both reference items of clothing associated with men and their authoritative role within society. Pants and boots are both emblematic of assertiveness and dominance, and therefore the coincident reference to their names and their masculine nature, makes the reader perceive that the male characters are supreme in terms of their position in society. The Cat's companion, however, is simply referred to as "Master" throughout the text. This term serves as a reminder of the Master's power and the social expectation that other characters submit to him; it may also allude to the notion of a male bearing the title of master of the house. This emphasizes the traditional role of males and their supposed right to power, thus leading the reader to believe that the character in question is the dominant character within the story. The phallus is the symbol of male dominance and power. Puss's pride in his own talents is a prevalent theme throughout the story. The cat is often seen glorifying and praising his physique, which leads him to groom himself throughout the novel. This suggests that t... in the center of the card... what he needs. She, an elder who should be respected, submits in a way befitting a woman in that society. This further exemplifies the inherent control that men exert over women. At the end of the story, both Tabby and the women exert control over the Puss and the Master, while maintaining the illusion that the males are the dominant party within the relationship. This conveys that women can actually gain control over their lives and partners without deviating from their inherent femininity, as they hold the power to manipulate men subtly and sensually. Angela Carter describes the idea that women can become dominant in a humorous way. . This witty manner allows her to explore the concept in a socially acceptable way, thus encouraging female liberation and denouncing male entitlement to women without incurring serious repercussions..