1. Summary of The Awakening by Kate Chopin
She was happy to be alive and breathing, when her whole being seemed to be one with the sunlight, the color, the odors, the luxuriant warmth of some perfect Southern day. ... Before, she had thought that being happy meant the image of a perfect life acceptable to society. ... Art is shown to be a great element in the novel, it represents the way Edna grows as an individual and seeks her own choice. ... Much like the way art is portrayed as a way Edna can express her develop her personality. ... The sea and art both leave a huge imprint on Edna, they allowed her to find the hidden significance ...
- Word Count: 1575
- Approx Pages: 6
- Has Bibliography
- Grade Level: High School