1. Edna's Ultimate Awakening
Even before Edna's awakening begins, Chopin clearly illustrates the expectations of tradition and women's roles in late 19th century Creole, Victorian society. ... After deciding he cannot accept his wife's behavior to oppose his wishes he orders her to, "come in the house instantly" (Chopin 65). Before responding Edna remembered obeying her husband's wishes in similar circumstances previous to this, but couldn't conceive of why. ... Edna likens Madame Lebrun's home to a prison, "with iron bars before the door and lower windows" (Chopin 106)...
- Word Count: 1499
- Approx Pages: 6
- Has Bibliography
- Grade Level: Undergraduate