Gilman's short story "The Yellow Wallpaper" was first published in 1892; since its republication in 1973, it has entered the canon of American literature and generated extensive critical commentary. This edition of the story is accompanied by a generous selection of cultural and historical documents, among them: excerpts from 19th- century advice manuals for young women and mothers; medical texts discussing the nature of women's sexuality; social reform literature concerning women's rights, the working classes, and immigration; and excerpts from periodicals, diaries, and writers' notebooks. Distributed by St. Martin's Press. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.
In The Yellow Wallpaper, Charlotte Perkins Gilman crafts a chilling and insightful narrative about the struggles of a woman facing mental illness in a restrictive 19th-century society. The story follows the unnamed protagonist who is prescribed a rest cure for her "nervous condition" and is confined to a room in her home, decorated with a disturbing yellow wallpaper. As she spends more time in isolation, her obsession with the wallpaper grows, leading her into a descent into madness.
Through her diary entries, Gilman offers a powerful critique of the oppressive treatment of women and the limited roles available to them, highlighting the detrimental effects of enforced inactivity and lack of autonomy. The yellow wallpaper becomes a symbol of the protagonist's entrapment and a vehicle for her ultimate rebellion.
Rich with psychological depth and feminist themes, The Yellow Wallpaper is a landmark in feminist literature and an evocative exploration of mental health, making it a timeless and essential read for those interested in the complexities of human experience and societal constraints.
In The Yellow Wallpaper, Charlotte Perkins Gilman crafts a chilling and insightful narrative about the struggles of a woman facing mental illness in a restrictive 19th-century society. The story follows the unnamed protagonist who is prescribed a rest cure for her "nervous condition" and is confined to a room in her home, decorated with a disturbing yellow wallpaper. As she spends more time in isolation, her obsession with the wallpaper grows, leading her into a descent into madness.
Through her diary entries, Gilman offers a powerful critique of the oppressive treatment of women and the limited roles available to them, highlighting the detrimental effects of enforced inactivity and lack of autonomy. The yellow wallpaper becomes a symbol of the protagonist's entrapment and a vehicle for her ultimate rebellion.
Rich with psychological depth and feminist themes, The Yellow Wallpaper is a landmark in feminist literature and an evocative exploration of mental health, making it a timeless and essential read for those interested in the complexities of human experience and societal constraints.
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BN ID: | 2940191149233 |
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Publisher: | Marcus Aurelius Green |
Publication date: | 08/16/2024 |
Edition description: | Unabridged |