The Awakening, and Selected Short Stories by Kate Chopin
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Chopin, Kate, 1850-1904
English
"The Awakening" by Kate Chopin is a novel that likely dates from the late 19th century. It revolves around Edna Pontellier, a young married woman who experiences a profound transformation during a summer at Grand Isle, leading her to question the constraints of her society and her roles as a wife and mother. The story explores themes of identity, i...
us to Edna Pontellier and her husband Léonce during their summer stay at Grand Isle. As Léonce attempts to enjoy his Sunday morning, the sounds of the island—especially the chatter of children and the call of birds—surround him. When Edna arrives with Robert Lebrun, tensions arise as Léonce expresses concern for Edna's sunburn and her adventurous spirit. As their summer unfolds, Edna grapples with feelings of confinement in her roles and begins to reflect on her identity, hinting at the inner turmoil that will shape her journey through the novel. The dynamics between Edna, Léonce, and Robert hint at deeper emotional complexities and foreshadow her quest for self-discovery. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Christopher Mitchell
5 months agoWhat caught my attention immediately was that the arguments are well-supported by credible references. This sets a high standard for similar books.
Aiden Sanchez
4 months agoThis immediately felt different because the material feels polished and professionally edited. I finished this feeling genuinely satisfied.
Daniel Hall
3 months agoI was searching for something reliable and the author avoids unnecessary jargon, which is refreshing. I’d rate this higher if I could.
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Sandra Perez
1 month agoSurprisingly enough, the plot twists are genuinely surprising without feeling cheap or forced. An excellent read overall.