THE AUTHORIAL VOICE AND SUBJECTIVE APPROACHES IN CHOPIN'S NOVELS
Keywords:
Kate Chopin, narrative voice, literary genre, feminist literature, american realism, authorial innovationAbstract
This article explores the distinctive authorial voice and subjective genre approaches in the novels of Kate Chopin, focusing on how these elements contribute to the narrative style and thematic depth of her works. By analyzing key texts such as "The Awakening" and "At Fault," we examine the interplay of narrative voice and genre innovation in shaping reader perceptions and thematic interpretations.
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