Christmas
"The Yellow Wallpaper" by Charlotte Perkins Gilman is a short story that explores the themes of mental illness, isolation, and the oppression of women in the late 19th century. The narrator, who is unnamed, is confined to a room by her husband, who is a physician, due to what he believes is a nervous disorder. As the story progresses, the narrator becomes increasingly isolated and obsessed with the yellow wallpaper in her room, which she believes is alive and watching her. The story is a powerful critique of the patriarchal society of the time and the ways in which women were marginalized and silenced.
By Charlotte Perkins Gilman · First published 1892 · Genre: Fiction, Holiday, Family · 420 words
First lines
Slow, slow and weak, As first the tongue began to speak, The hand to serve, the heart to feel, Grew up among our mutual deeds, Great flower out-topping all the weeds, Sweet fruit that meets all human needs, Our love-our common weal.
It spread so wide, so high, We saw it broad against the sky, Down shining where we trod; It stormed our new-born consciousness, Omnipotent to heal and bless, Till we conceived-we could no less, It was the love of God!
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Christmas is listed on Textopian as a short story by Charlotte Perkins Gilman, dated 1892 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Charlotte Perkins Gilman
- Date: 1892 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Fiction, Holiday, Family, Drama
- Length: 420 words
- Structure: 1 section, 6 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Discussion starters
- What should a reader notice first when entering Christmas?
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- Where does Fiction first become important in the reading?
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Genres
- Fiction — Charlotte Perkins Gilman’s work generally falls into the Fiction category and her writing style in the book 'CHRISTMAS' reflects this.
- Holiday — The concept of 'CHRISTMAS' directly relates to the holiday, indicating that it contains themes and plotlines connected to this festive event.
- Family — As the story of Christmas typically focuses on family and togetherness, this genre is likely to be heavily present in the book 'CHRISTMAS'.
- Drama — Charlotte Perkins Gilman’s writing often includes dramatic components, making 'Drama' another genre related to 'CHRISTMAS'.
Tags
holiday · Christmas · family · tradition · celebration · gift-giving · community · joy · winter · festivity · spirituality · reflection