by Kate Chopin (Author), Elaine Showalter (Introduction)
The heroine of this story, Edna Pontellier, goes through the stages of a compelling but ultimately tragic search for personal freedom. On publication in 1899, this book provided a frank treatment on adultery which aroused a storm of controversy.
Format: Hardcover
Pages: 272
Edition: First Thus
Publisher: Everyman
Published: 17 Dec 1992
ISBN 10: 1857151321
ISBN 13: 9781857151329