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The Awakening and Selected Short Stories: Early Feminist Literature Exploring the Emotional & Social Transformations of Women in Late 19th Century
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The Awakening and Selected Short Stories by American author Kate Chopin.
A ground-breaking depiction of a woman who dares to defy the expectations of society in the pursuit of her desire, in this early work of feminist literature .
Other short stories include, Beyond The Bayou , Ma’ame Pélagie , Désirée’s Baby , A Respectable Woman , The Kiss , A Pair Of Silk Stockings , The Locket and A Reflection .
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When The Awakening was initially published in 1899, the critical response was so strong that the book was banned for decades. This seminal work of early American feminism was a wake-up call to women all throughout the country, telling the story of a Louisiana woman who discovers the strength of her own sexuality and attempts to free it from the clutches of a patriarchal society. Kate Chopin's final work, now regarded as a classic of early feminist literature , challenges traditional female roles and celebrates a woman's path towards self-awareness. As the heroine, Edna Pontellier, becomes more aware of her own impulses, she begins to question her assumptions about marriage, motherhood, society, art, and the nature of love itself. The Awakening, a landmark in American fiction, is an unforgettable tale of self-discovery that has inspired generations of readers. Along with other short stories, it’s a ground breaking depiction of a woman who dares to defy the expectations of society in the pursuit of her desire.
A Classic Reprint
This feminist literature will make an excellent gift to the Short Stories buff in your life or a fantastic addition to your own classic’s library. Century Bound takes every care to ensure that the original integrity of this book has been preserved to the highest degree. This means that the texts in this story are unedited and unaltered from the original author's publication, keeping the books’ original form for your enjoyment.
The Awakening and Selected Short Stories by American author Kate Chopin.
A ground-breaking depiction of a woman who dares to defy the expectations of society in the pursuit of her desire, in this early work of feminist literature .
Other short stories include, Beyond The Bayou , Ma’ame Pélagie , Désirée’s Baby , A Respectable Woman , The Kiss , A Pair Of Silk Stockings , The Locket and A Reflection .
About
When The Awakening was initially published in 1899, the critical response was so strong that the book was banned for decades. This seminal work of early American feminism was a wake-up call to women all throughout the country, telling the story of a Louisiana woman who discovers the strength of her own sexuality and attempts to free it from the clutches of a patriarchal society. Kate Chopin's final work, now regarded as a classic of early feminist literature , challenges traditional female roles and celebrates a woman's path towards self-awareness. As the heroine, Edna Pontellier, becomes more aware of her own impulses, she begins to question her assumptions about marriage, motherhood, society, art, and the nature of love itself. The Awakening, a landmark in American fiction, is an unforgettable tale of self-discovery that has inspired generations of readers. Along with other short stories, it’s a ground breaking depiction of a woman who dares to defy the expectations of society in the pursuit of her desire.
A Classic Reprint
This feminist literature will make an excellent gift to the Short Stories buff in your life or a fantastic addition to your own classic’s library. Century Bound takes every care to ensure that the original integrity of this book has been preserved to the highest degree. This means that the texts in this story are unedited and unaltered from the original author's publication, keeping the books’ original form for your enjoyment.
170 pages, Paperback
Published December 24, 2022
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