The Awakening

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Focusing on Edna Pontellier's internal conflict, the narrative explores themes of love and motherhood in the context of early 20th-century American society. The novel stands out for its realistic storytelling and psychological depth, marking a significant shift in literature and paving the way for modernist writers like William Faulkner and Ernest Hemingway. Its innovative approach makes it a pivotal work in American literary history.