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The Awakening

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Set in late 19th-century New Orleans, the novel follows Edna Pontellier as she grapples with her evolving beliefs about femininity and motherhood amid a restrictive patriarchal society. Notable for its candid exploration of female sexuality, it stands out as one of the first American novels to address women's issues without condescension. Initially criticized upon release, it has since gained recognition as a pivotal work in American literature and early feminism, marking a significant moment in the literary landscape of the time.

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Taal
Engels
Jaar van publicatie
2012
Aantal pagina's
138
ISBN13
9781618950659
Reeks
Eerste editie
1899
Oorspronkelijke titel
The Awakening
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Set in late 19th-century New Orleans, the novel follows Edna Pontellier as she grapples with her evolving beliefs about femininity and motherhood amid a restrictive patriarchal society. Notable for its candid exploration of female sexuality, it stands out as one of the first American novels to address women's issues without condescension. Initially criticized upon release, it has since gained recognition as a pivotal work in American literature and early feminism, marking a significant moment in the literary landscape of the time.