Mr. P doesn’t think his wife is doing a good job of taking care of the childer. The two boys are very tough and not attached to their mother. Edna is not like all the other women , “a mother-woman”(pg.16). Adèle Ratignolle is the total opposite of Edna and a beauty that should be worshiped by her husband. In society’s view she was perfect. She has children like every two years. Adele is over at the Pontellier’s to make clothing with Edna for the winter. While in conversation Mdm. Ratignolle refers to “old Monsieur Farival the harrowing story” (pg. 19). This book Edna he read in secrecy and it was criticized. Robert is also there talking with a group of married women.
Ap. Literature: The Awakening 