FEMINIST VIEWS OF KATE CHOPIN'S SHORT STORIES

Abstract

Kate Chopin is now recognized as an important figure in nineteenth century American fiction and as a major figure in feminist literature. In our article we highlighted the feminist views of Kate Chopin's short stories «The Story of an Hour» and «A Respectable Woman».From a caring mother, oppressed house wife and a loving wife and mother, these are all good examples of strong women. That was something that characterized Kate Chopin’s stories from the rest. These positive examples gave women strength and helped them realize that they are valuable and equal to men.