There is also a common theme of gender roles and the individuality of a woman in the articles researched. ... This article is effective on informing the reader the theme a lot of Chopin's work backed up with evidence of her past. ... " This particular story, along with "The Awakening" is female oriented. ... A number of her stories including "The Awakening" and "Story of An Hour" feature wives and mothers who feel enslaved. ...

• Word Count: 1852
• Approx Pages: 7
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School