Gilman, Charlotte Perkins
The Yellow Wallpaper
- ISBN 13:
- 9781684222278
- author:
- Gilman, Charlotte Perkins
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Martino Fine Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 18
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 15.6 x 0.1 centimeters (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Women, Fiction & Literature,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Yellow Wallpaper is a powerful and thought-provoking short story that explores the struggles of women in the late 19th century. Written in the first person, the narrative follows a woman's descent into madness as she is confined to a room by her husband, who is determined to cure her of a supposed nervous disorder. Through her writing, the author sheds light on the oppressive forces of patriarchal society and the limited options available to women at the time. The story is a poignant commentary on the lack of autonomy and the restrictive roles imposed on women, and it has had a lasting impact on feminist literature. This 2018 reprint of the 1892 edition is a valuable addition to any collection of American literature, offering a unique insight into the experiences of women in the past and their ongoing struggle for equality.