The Awakening: A Victorian Historical Fiction Classic of Feminist Literature and Self-Discovery (Collins Classics)

Chopin, Kate

ISBN 10: 0007420056 / ISBN 13: 9780007420056

Edité par William Collins, 2025

N° de réf. du vendeur U9780007420056

Synopsis :

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‘I would give up the unessential; I would give my money, I would give my life for my children; but I wouldn't give myself.’

Heralded as one of the first instances of feminist literature and rejected at its time of publication by the literary set on grounds of moral distaste, Kate Chopin’s The Awakening caused consternation in 1899.

Constrained and confined by the limitations surrounding marriage and motherhood in the late 1800s, Edna Pontellier begins to challenge the notion of femininity through her thoughts and actions. Questioning her love for her husband, and opening herself up to the possibilities of other men and a life outside of societal convention leads to a gradual awakening of her desires.

Chopin’s fascinating exploration of one woman challenging the expectation that surrounds her is powerful, daring and ultimately tragic in its conclusions.

À propos de l?auteur:

Kate Chopin (1850–1904) was an American author of short stories and novels for both adults and children. She is now considered by many to have been a forerunner of feminist authors of the 20th century.

Détails bibliographiques

Titre : The Awakening: A Victorian Historical ...
Éditeur : William Collins
Date d'édition : 2025
Reliure : Couverture souple
Etat : Very Good
Etat de la jaquette : 30553412
Signé : 1/5/2026 3:14:32 PM
Edition : 1767626072.