Abstract "The Storm", by Kate Chopin, is a tempestuous short story about a "fling" between Calixta and Alcee. This paper looks at how the two characters had been involved in a flirtation years before, but were now both married to other people. It shows how the term 'storm' refers to the sexual tensions and restraints experienced in the Victorian era, while also making a statement about human's natural tendency towards sexual passion.
From the Paper "The title itself gives the reader the first impression that something turbulent is being suggested. In literature a storm is symbolic of conflicts and high energies usually associated with passions and turmoil. Robert Wilson suggests that the title is symbolically feminine, and as the storm is attributed to nature, can be seen as a direct symbol of female passions and sexuality. This image is a recurring theme throughout the short story."
Abstract This paper discusses Kate Chopin's short story, "The Storm". The paper explores the dominant and emergent theme in the story, that of unconventionality. The paper contends that the character of the protagonist, Alcee, embodies this theme of unconventionality by presenting Chopin's own portrayal of freedom of the individual by breaking out of the tension that is created by society's norms and standards.
From the Paper "This social change is demonstrated in the work of the writer Kate Chopin, whose feminist stance in her literary works reflect the existence of a women's liberalist ideologies that puts them in the context of a highly patriarchal society, yet able to assert for their empowerment within the social environment that oppresses them. This scenario is presented in the short story "The Storm," where Chopin challenges the social norms of her society by creating the character of Alcee, who, upon analysis of the story, evidently serves as the catalyst of the story towards achieving the main character's (Calixta) liberation and empowerment in the midst of a strongly conventional 19th century Western society."
Abstract This paper discusses two literary works by Kate Chopin - "The Storm" and "The Story of an Hour". The paper explains how Chopin has vented her sexuality through the main characters in these two books, Calixta and Louise. The paper shows how she made her personal views on sexuality public, while at that time no woman could do so; how she steered forward if not directly then indirectly with the help of Calixta and Louise.
From the Paper "Kate Chopin's "The Storm" and "The Story of an Hour" constitute honored literature as her view points depict thinking far ahead of time. As she constructs in depth the story she reveals to the world different aspects that culminated in the society then, and how the sexes reacted to it. Abstaining from unrealistic approach, she limited herself to the developing field of human emotions and the trial they may stand or result as a consequence of one. "
Abstract The paper discusses and analyzes "The Awakening" by Kate Chopin, a book about a young woman, Edna Pontellier, who is restrained by her marriage and the responsibilities of being a woman in the 1800s. The paper examines the various relationships in the novel and the character of Edna before and after her 'awakening'.
From the Paper "Although it was unusual for a woman to have her own interests outside of the family, Edna, clung to her hobby of painting. She used painting as a way to further gain her freedom. Painting was the one thing that the men could not take away. It became a mechanism for escape. It took great courage for her to stand up against her husband and insist that she paint. Although it was probably unlikely for a woman to be a great painter in her time, Edna took on the hobby as a talent in which she wanted to excel."
Abstract This paper provides a detailed analysis of the book "The Awakening" by Kate Chopin, focusing on the central motifs of slumbering and awakening, and sensuality and death. The main character, Edna, is portrayed as a typical Southern wife, becoming aware of her discontents and of the powerful experiences awaiting her. Her process of 'awakening' is examined, and the force of nature in this novel is illustrated.
From the Paper ""The Awakening", by Kate Chopin, is the lyrical, poetic story of a young married woman living a dull, stifling life. Slowly awakening to her discontents and to the power of art, sexuality, and the "delirium" of ecstatic experiences, she ends up committing adultery and then suicide. Her awakening from the slumber of southern femininity, of patriarchal convention, is real, but the forces she has unleashed are too great to handle. It is as if she has awakened forces that society itself cannot and will not allow. Ironically, Kate Chopin's book had the same impact on the society of the day. It was too powerful an evocation of a woman's sensuality, and was so widely criticized that this talented writer basically stopped writing."
Abstract This is a paper on the short story "The Storm" by Kate Chopin. The paper shows that the storm is symbolic for the turmoil Calixta is experiencing. Just as the storm came up abruptly and unexpectedly so came Alcee's visit and the hidden desire she still held for him.
Abstract This paper discusses the application of Freytag's Pyramid to 'The Storm' by Kate Chopin, reflecting the exposition rising action, conflict climax, falling action and the final epiphany in regards to sexuality in the Victorian era. The paper reports how Calixta and Alcee defy the patriarchal standards of the times through their infidelity. Although one might suppose they feel guilty for their actions, they rise above the limitations of their social status and liberate themselves from the hypocrisy of marriage in late 19th century England.
From the Paper "In this literary study the short story "The Storm" by Kate Chopin will be processed through Freytag's pyramid analysis. By revealing the exposition, the rising action, the conflict, and the final epiphany of sexual tension between Calixta and Alcee, one can see the structure of this story revealed. In essence, this study will use Freytag's pyramid to decipher Chopin's plot development and the characters that reside within this tale. The theme of sexuality and desire in Kate Chopin's short story "The Storm" is important when using Freytag's pyramid within the severely moral Victorian Era. Calixta, the main female heroine of the story, is married to Bobinot. "
Abstract This paper reviews and discusses the short story, "The Storm" by Kate Chopin. According to the paper, Chopin's unique ability to create stories that bring romance, forceful passion and real-world sensual action into the reader's consciousness rises above the work of many other celebrated writers.
From the Paper "Shortly after leaving the scene of his carnal episode, Alcee looked back at Calixta from his horse and smiles "with a beaming face" - and she "laughs aloud" with her pretty chin proudly lifted in the air. One assumes this was guiltless and hence, faultless; it was just a moment's dive into a natural human desire, while the natural world pounded away outside. And the irony here is that when the two males arrive, Bobinot "prepares for the worst..." (115); he tries hard to remove the mud from legs and feet of he and his son. Mom won't like the men folk bringing mud into her clean house. She is an "overscrupulous housewife" when it comes to housekeeping, but obviously not too scrupulous when it comes to her morality. "
