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The Awakening

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Set in late 19th-century New Orleans, the narrative follows Edna Pontellier as she grapples with her unconventional views on femininity and motherhood amidst societal expectations. Recognized as a pioneering feminist work, it offers a realistic portrayal of women's struggles without condescension. The novel's nuanced social commentary and psychological depth establish it as a precursor to American modernism, influencing notable writers like Faulkner and Hemingway, while also contributing to the Southern literary tradition that includes O'Connor and Welty.

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Taal
Engels
Jaar van publicatie
2011
Formaat
Paperback
Aantal pagina's
102
ISBN13
9781614271604
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Eerste editie
1899
Oorspronkelijke titel
The Awakening
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Set in late 19th-century New Orleans, the narrative follows Edna Pontellier as she grapples with her unconventional views on femininity and motherhood amidst societal expectations. Recognized as a pioneering feminist work, it offers a realistic portrayal of women's struggles without condescension. The novel's nuanced social commentary and psychological depth establish it as a precursor to American modernism, influencing notable writers like Faulkner and Hemingway, while also contributing to the Southern literary tradition that includes O'Connor and Welty.