1. Women's Independence in Early Literature
" In this account, Freeman uses a variety of symbolism, along with the character of Louisa Ellis, to give women of the late 19th century a unified voice - to express through literature their desire for liberation and their quite pursuit of freedom from what men had determined them to be. ... She is advocating for women's freedom through the death of her family, when Louisa comes to recognize the great path of independence, and becomes a strong symbol of the strength of a woman as she is able to thrive on her own. ... Using Louisa's pets as symbolism, Freeman paints a picture ...
- Word Count: 2223
- Approx Pages: 9
- Grade Level: Undergraduate