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The Awakening

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Set in late 19th-century New Orleans, this landmark novel explores Edna Pontellier's internal conflict as she grapples with societal expectations of femininity and motherhood. As one of the earliest feminist works, it foreshadows American modernism and influences future Southern writers. The narrative offers a profound examination of the struggles women faced in a patriarchal society, marking a significant moment in the evolution of feminist literature.

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Language
English
Released
2011
Format
Paperback
Pages
114
ISBN13
9781617202414
Series
First published
1899
Original title
The Awakening
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3.65 out of 5
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Set in late 19th-century New Orleans, this landmark novel explores Edna Pontellier's internal conflict as she grapples with societal expectations of femininity and motherhood. As one of the earliest feminist works, it foreshadows American modernism and influences future Southern writers. The narrative offers a profound examination of the struggles women faced in a patriarchal society, marking a significant moment in the evolution of feminist literature.