Characters Desiree: A young woman described by the narrator as "beautiful and gentle, affectionate and sincere." ... Neighbors Who Visit L'Abri Point of View Kate Chopin presents "Desiree's Baby" in an omniscient third-person point of view; meaning that the narrator not only describes events as they unfold but also reveals the thoughts of the characters from time to time, as in this sentence: "When the baby was about three months old, Desiree awoke one day to the conviction that there was something in the air menacing her peace." ...

• Word Count: 2905
• Approx Pages: 12
• Grade Level: High School