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The Awakening

Contents

The Author
Brief Synopsis
Characters
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 6
Chapter 7
Chapter 8
Chapter 9
Chapter 10
Chapter 11
Chapter 12
Chapter 13
Chapter 14
Chapter 15
Chapter 16
Chapter 17
Chapter 18
Chapter 19
Chapter 20
Chapter 21
Chapter 22
Chapter 23
Chapter 24
Chapter 25
Chapter 26
Chapter 27
Chapter 28
Chapter 29
Chapter 30
Chapter 31
Chapter 32
Chapter 33
Chapter 34
Chapter 35
Chapter 36
Chapter 37
Chapter 38
Chapter 39
Themes - Rebirth
Themes - Birds
Themes - Victorian Women
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CHAPTER 28

Summary

When Arobin leaves, Edna is full of remorse, this time due to her disloyalty to L'once in the midst of his home and possessions. She has had an illicit liaison with another man.  She does not regret what she has done.  In fact her feelings for Robert are now even stronger because she is full of anticipation of her reunion with him.  She will be able to enjoy a greater release of passion with Robert because she loves him.

Interpretation

Edna’s development is now increasing at a pace.  She recognizes that her behavior will be construed as wicked by her contemporaries, but she feels no shame or regret.

She is now excited at the thought of being with Robert, taking her passion to new heights.

We see that Edna, despite these passions, still intends to maintain her independence and that she will never again become another man’s chattel. We must keep it in mind that Edna is not just looking to replace L'once with another husband – she is looking to be independent artistically, sexually and materialistically. She intends to create her own space by obtaining a small home financed from her own money where she can meet with Robert on equal terms.

 




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