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The Awakening and Other Stories

The Awakening and Other Stories

Chopin, Kate

Hardcover

Series: Dover Bookshelf Hardcover Classics

Classic FictionGeneral FictionLiterary Fiction

Publisher Price: $20.00

ISBN10: 0486854531
ISBN13: 9780486854533
Publisher: Dover Publications
Published: Jun 17 2025
Pages: 240
Weight: 0.75
Height: 0.90 Width: 5.00 Depth: 8.10
Language: English
This beautifully designed hardcover edition with easy-to-read type of the unabridged original text presents Kate Chopin's best-known novel, The Awakening, initially published in 1899. The story boldly explores a New Orleans wife's quest for love beyond the confines of her restrictive marriage. Although the subject might no longer be as scandalous today, few novels have examined the complexities of a woman's illicit desires with such courage and artistry. Also included are ten short stories popular among scholars, students, and other readers: A Pair of Silk Stockings, A Respectable Woman, At the 'Cadian Ball, Beyond the Bayou, Dead Men's Shoes, The Kiss, Lilacs, Madame Célestin's Divorce, Ripe Figs, and Wiser Than a God. A perfect collectible treasure for booklovers and gifting.

Kate Chopin (1850-1904), a trailblazer for twentieth-century feminist writers, spent twelve years in New Orleans. In that city, she drew inspiration from the vibrant Creole culture, which shaped her profound insights and innovative storytelling. Transcending the era she lived in, Chopin's work is a powerful reminder of the enduring impact of courageous voices that challenge the status quo and inspire future generations.

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