Critical readings of Chopin's works often note the tension between female characters and the society that surrounds them. ... In the "The Story Of An Hour-, Chopin illustrates freedom in the character Mrs. ... Therefore, the women in her stories become strangers to the conventional role of women in a stereotypical society. ... The Awakening by Kate Chopin was considered very shocking when it was first published because of the "sexual awakening" of the main character, Edna Pontellier, and her unconventional behavior (Evans no page). ... You also see rebellion of the female characters...

• Word Count: 1053
• Approx Pages: 4
• Grade Level: High School