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(Classics to read in English _ The Choice by Edith Wharton)
"The Choice" is a short story by American author Edith Wharton, first published in 1916. It tells the story of Mrs. Bridge, a wealthy, conventional woman who becomes intrigued by the idea of making different choices in life.
"The Choice" also explores themes of social conformity, personal achievement, and the limitations and consequences of following or ignoring conventions. It is considered one of Wharton's most insightful and poignant depictions of the frustrations and aspirations of women of his time.
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Summary
Mrs. Bridge is a dutiful wife and mother, content with a comfortable life and the social expectations of her class. But when she reads her article about a woman rejecting her conventions and following her own desires, she becomes intrigued by the idea that she'll have a different choice.
She considers several options, including painting, traveling to Europe, and having an affair, but fearing the consequences and the judgment of her peers, she ultimately rejects all of them and returns to a comfortable routine, feeling both relieved and disappointed. I'm going back...
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