The Yellow Wallpaper

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Exploring themes of mental health and societal oppression, this classic story follows a woman's descent into madness as she is confined to a room by her husband for rest cure. The protagonist's obsession with the room's yellow wallpaper becomes a symbol of her struggle against the constraints of her domestic life. Through vivid imagery and a haunting narrative, the book delves into the impact of isolation and the quest for self-identity, making it a powerful commentary on gender roles in the late 19th century.