The Awakening (Kate Chopin novel)
The Awakening is a novel by Kate Chopin, published in 1899. The novel examines the smothering effects of late 19th-century social structures upon a woman whose simple desire is to fulfill her own potential and live her own life. It is a story of both courage and defeat, lyrically written and boldly poignant.
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Kate Chopin - Published in 1899 - Novel
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The novel received only one printing, probably due to its controversial content; it was rediscovered in 1969 and has become a part of the canon of American literature.
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1969 - American literature
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~ Table of Content ~
| ► | Introduction |
| ► | Primary characters |
| ► | Plot summary |
| ► | Themes |
| ► | Critical reception |
| ► | References |
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