Concerning Children

Name: Concerning Children
Author: Charlotte Perkins Gilman

Children, by Charlotte Perkins Gilman: The story follows a young mother who, after giving birth to a daughter, becomes increasingly isolated and paranoid, eventually locking her child in a room and descending into madness. The narrative explores themes of maternal instinct, the oppression of women, and the societal expectations placed on mothers.

By Charlotte Perkins Gilman · First published 1899 · Genre: Non-fiction, Self-help, Feminist Literature · 15 chapters · 74,933 words

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According to our religious belief, the last best work of God is the human race. According to the observation of biologists, the highest product of evolution is the human race. According to our own natural inner conviction, this twofold testimony is quite acceptable: we are the first class.

Whatever our merits when compared with lower species, however, we vary conspicuously when compared with one another. Humanity is superior to equinity, felinity, caninity; but there are degrees of humanness.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Charlotte Perkins Gilman
Date: 1899 CE
Language: English
Genres: Non-fiction, Self-help, Feminist Literature, Sociology, Psychology
Length: 74,933 words
Structure: 15 chapters, 556 paragraphs
Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)

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Non-fiction — Concerning Children' is a collection of essays written by Charlotte Perkins Gilman offering her perspective and social criticisms on child rearing and women's role in society, therefore the book is based on real events, people, and facts making it non-fiction.
Self-help — This book provides advice, tips, and ideologies that were considered progressive during the time of its publication on childbirth and parenting. It can thus be considered self-help.
Feminist Literature — This book is a critique of gender norms and advocates for women's right to work and not just confine to household chores and motherhood. This feature categorizes it under feminist literature.
Sociology — Charlotte Perkins Gilman's book provides sociological insights into the role and societal expectations of women, particularly concerning child rearing, in her era.