The Yellow Wallpaper and What Diantha Did

The collection features two significant works by Charlotte Perkins Gilman, highlighting her exploration of women's experiences. "The Yellow Wallpaper" presents a haunting narrative of a woman's mental decline, reflecting societal constraints on women's mental health. In contrast, "What Diantha Did" offers an early feminist perspective, showcasing a woman's quest for independence and self-fulfillment. Together, these stories emphasize themes of mental illness and the struggle for women's rights.