The Awakening

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Set against the backdrop of late 19th-century New Orleans, the novel explores a woman's discontent in her marriage and her journey toward self-discovery through infidelity. It delves into her conflict between personal beliefs about femininity and societal expectations regarding motherhood. Accompanying the main narrative, the collection features some of Chopin's notable short stories, enriching the themes of identity and societal constraints.