In this indispensable volume, fourteen intellectually compelling essays consider Kate Chopin's life and art from a variety of critical perspectives—biographical, New Historicist, materialist, poststructuralist, feminist—with several of the pieces focusing on Chopin's classic novel, The Awakening.

In this indispensable volume, fourteen intellectually compelling essays consider Kate Chopin’s life and art from a variety of critical perspectives—biographical, New Historicist, materialist, poststructuralist, feminist—with several of the pieces focusing on Chopin’s classic novel, The Awakening. “ A worthwhile collection of essays offering usefully eclectic critical perspectives of Chopin and her work.”—Mississippi Quarterly

Series Editors: James Nagel, University of Georgia; Zack Bowen, University of Miami and Robert Lecker, McGill University The full range of literary traditions comes to life in the Twayne Critical Essays Series. Volume editors have carefully selected critical essays that represent the full spectrum of controversies, trends, and methodologies relating to each author's work. Essays include writings from the author's native country and abroad, with interpretations from the time they were writing, through the present day. Each volume includes: An introduction providing the reader with a lucid overview of criticism from its beginnings-illuminating controversies, evaluating approaches and sorting out the schools of thought The most influential reviews and the best reprinted scholarly essays A section devoted exclusively to reviews and reactions by the subject's contemporaries Original essays, new translations, and revisions commissioned especially for the series Previously unpublished materials such as interviews, lost letters and manuscript fragments A bibliography of the subject's writings and interviews.

Seminar paper from the year 2008 in the subject American Studies - Literature, grade: 1,0, University of Tubingen (Eberhard Karls-Universität Tübingen und University of North Texas), course: Seminar American Short Stories, language: English, abstract: Your paper is excellent. I enjoyed reading it and gave you an A. I've taught "The Storm" many times and what always strikes me about it is the strong emotional reaction my students have to the story - it is still disturbing in exactly the ways that you discuss in your paper. My male students seem to be more disturbed by the story, and Chopin's other works, than my female students.

Delve into the intricate depths of human emotions and societal constraints with "At Fault" by Kate Chopin. This compelling novel offers a poignant exploration of love, desire, and the complexities of relationships in the context of 19th-century Louisiana. Are you prepared to confront the tangled web of human desires and societal expectations? In "At Fault," Chopin masterfully navigates the complexities of human nature, weaving a rich tapestry of characters grappling with love, duty, and the pursuit of happiness. Set against the backdrop of the Deep South, the novel offers a nuanced portrayal of the social norms and cultural dynamics of the era. But here's the real question: Will you dare to challenge the conventions of society and follow your heart's true desires? Are you ready to confront the consequences of your actions and forge your own path? Experience the timeless allure of Kate Chopin's storytelling. Immerse yourself in the pages of "At Fault" and discover a world where passion and duty collide. Don't miss your chance to journey into the heart of 19th-century Louisiana. Purchase your copy of "At Fault" today and embark on a literary adventure that will linger in your mind long after the final page.

A Lost Lady is a novel by American author Willa Cather, first published in 1923. It centers on Marian Forrester, her husband Captain Daniel Forrester, and their lives in the small western town of Sweet Water, along the Transcontinental Railroad. However, it is mostly told from the perspective of a young man named Niel Herbert, as he observes the decline of both Marian and the West itself, as it shifts from a place of pioneering spirit to one of corporate exploitation. Exploring themes of social class, money, and the march of progress, A Lost Lady was praised for its vivid use of symbolism and setting, and is considered to be a major influence on the works of F. Scott Fitzgerald. It has been adapted to film twice, with a film adaptation being released in 1924, followed by a looser adaptation in 1934, starring Barbara Stanwyck. A Lost Lady begins in the small railroad town of Sweet Water, on the undeveloped Western plains. The most prominent family in the town is the Forresters, and Marian Forrester is known for her hospitality and kindness. The railroad executives frequently stop by her house and enjoy the food and comfort she offers while there on business. A young boy, Niel Herbert, frequently plays on the Forrester estate with his friend. One day, an older boy named Ivy Peters arrives, and shoots a woodpecker out of a tree. He then blinds the bird and laughs as it flies around helplessly. Niel pities the bird and tries to climb the tree to put it out of its misery, but while climbing he slips, and breaks his arm in the fall, as well as knocking himself unconscious. Ivy takes him to the Forrester house where Marian looks after him. When Niel wakes up, he's amazed by the nice house and how sweet Marian smells. He doesn't't see her much after that, but several years later he and his uncle, Judge Pommeroy, are invited to the Forrester house for dinner. There he meets Ellinger, who he will later learn is Mrs. Forrester's lover, and Constance, a young girl his age.