Edna's Struggle Against Oppressions in The Awakening

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  • Tara Prasad Adhikari Public Youth Campus, TU, Kathmandu, Nepal

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3126/pursuits.v8i1.65349

Keywords:

Emancipation, Feminist, Autonomy

Abstract

This study explores Edna Pontellier's struggle against societal oppressions in Kate Chopin's novel, The Awakening. Edna's quest for self-discovery and liberation from the constraints of late 19th-century societal norms is analyzed through the lens of feminist perspectives. This paper argues that Edna's unconventional behavior signifies a profound challenge to patriarchal norms, emphasizing her pursuit of identity and autonomy. Edna emerges as a symbol of resistance against societal expectations, seeking personal freedom amidst oppressive forces. Furthermore, the study explores the influence of characters like Adele Ratignolle and Mademoiselle Reisz on Edna's journey, highlighting contrasting paths of womanhood and autonomy.

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Tara Prasad Adhikari, Public Youth Campus, TU, Kathmandu, Nepal

Asst. Professor 

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Published

2024-05-07

How to Cite

Adhikari, T. P. (2024). Edna’s Struggle Against Oppressions in The Awakening. Pursuits: A Journal of English Studies, 8(1), 159–167. https://doi.org/10.3126/pursuits.v8i1.65349

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