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Edna Dialectical Journal

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The novel begins located on Grand Isle, an island resort off the coast of Louisiana, inhabited by the wealthy Creole families throughout the summer. The men go back to the city to work during the week leaving the women and children. While on the island Edna Pontellier meets a man who pays her special attention, named Robert Lebrun. They spend lots of time together, Edna especially enjoys it beings her husband is always too preoccupied with his business. During the time spent, Edna discovers self-wants, interests, and desires. She experiences a symbolic rebirth, an awakening. The happiness soon comes to an end as Robert realizes they've become too close and leaves the island. Edna suddenly becoming depressed befriends Madame Ratinolle and Mademoiselle

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