The Awakening by Guy De Maupassant
The novel revolves around a young woman's struggle for individuality and autonomy in a society that values conformity. She undergoes a transformation from being a dutiful wife to becoming increasingly disillusioned with her life, leading to a crisis of identity and morality. Her relationships with others are strained as she seeks independence and self-discovery, ultimately resulting in a tragic confrontation with societal norms.
By Guy De Maupassant · First published 1890 · Genre: Literary Fiction, Romance, Psychological Fiction · 2,294 words
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During the three years that she had been married, she had not left the Val de Ciré, where her husband possessed two cotton-mills. She led a quiet life, and, although without children, she was quite happy in her house among the trees, which the work-people called the "château."
Although Monsieur Vasseur was considerably older than she was, he was very kind. She loved him, and no guilty thought had ever entered her mind.
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The Awakening is listed on Textopian as a short story by Guy De Maupassant, dated 1890 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Guy De Maupassant
- Date: 1890 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Literary Fiction, Romance, Psychological Fiction, Realism, Drama
- Length: 2,294 words
- Structure: 1 section, 36 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Literary Fiction — The work explores complex characters and themes, focusing on emotional depth and psychological insight.
- Romance — The narrative centers on romantic relationships and the protagonist's emotional struggles with love and desire.
- Psychological Fiction — The story delves into the inner thoughts and feelings of the protagonist, examining her psyche and emotional conflicts.
- Realism — The depiction of everyday life and social dynamics reflects realistic portrayals of characters and their environments.
Tags
Psychological Fiction · Realism · Naturalism · Existentialism · Philosophical · Social Commentary · Marriage · Family Dynamics · Female Empowerment · Identity Crisis · Mental Health · Isolation