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Abstract
Literary works often serve as a means to explore various aspects of human life, including gender dynamics and the role of women. This research describes the heroic imagery of women in the novel Saga of the Ocean by Ratih Kumala. The research method used in this study is descriptive qualitative through a feminist literary criticism approach. The results of the analysis of women's heroic imagery of the female character Nyai Ageng Pinatih highlighted six main aspects: (1) independence; (2) courage; (3) responsibility; (4) wisdom; (5) sacrifice; and (6) empathy and humanity. This research shows the importance of women's representation in literature to challenge traditional norms and support social change.