Symbols in The Awakening
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…stupefied state that society was forcing her to live in. The bold advances that her character makes are a direct result of her decision to change her surroundings. Edna no longer belongs to Mr. Pontellier, the children, or society; "She had resolved never again to belong to another than herself."(80) To belong only to oneself is the pinnacle of freedom, and this, the ultimate freedom from everything, is what the pigeon house bestows upon Edna.
…stupefied state that society was forcing her to live in. The bold advances that her character makes are a direct result of her decision to change her surroundings. Edna no longer belongs to Mr. Pontellier, the children, or society; "She had resolved never again to belong to another than herself."(80) To belong only to oneself is the pinnacle of freedom, and this, the ultimate freedom from everything, is what the pigeon house bestows upon Edna.
