1. The Awakening
The Victorian era can be described by not only its unbridled prosperity and its elegance, but also by its strong dedication in retaining Old World customs and traditions, especially those that delineated the dualism of sexes: Males will be relegated to a world of work and social responsibility and Females will be entitled to a distinct universe of trivial domestic pursuits. ... Edna's awakening, initiated during her summer at Grand Isle, is closely linked with the object of her love, Robert. ...
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