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The Awakening and Other Stories - cover

The Awakening and Other Stories

Kate Chopin

Publisher: Zenith Maple Leaf Press

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Summary

đź’” What happens when a woman dares to live for herself in a world that demands her silence?

Kate Chopin's The Awakening and Other Stories is a groundbreaking collection that challenged 19th-century conventions and continues to resonate with modern readers. At its heart is The Awakening (1899), the story of Edna Pontellier, a woman who confronts her roles as wife and mother while yearning for independence and self-expression.

Alongside this powerful novella are Chopin's short stories—lyrical, daring, and poignant—exploring themes of love, passion, identity, and the complexities of womanhood. Together, they form a vivid portrait of human longing and the courage to defy societal expectations.

🌟 Why readers treasure this collection:

A cornerstone of early feminist literature.

Honest depictions of desire, freedom, and individuality.

Rich, lyrical prose that captures the spirit of the American South.

Banned and criticized upon release, Chopin's work is now celebrated as a classic of American literature and a daring exploration of themes far ahead of its time.

👉 Click Buy Now and discover the collection that redefined women's voices in literature.
Available since: 08/22/2025.
Print length: 241 pages.

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