Symbolism In The Yellow Wallpaper
Symbolism of “The Yellow Wallpaper” Through the use of the symbolism, the short story “The Yellow Wallpaper” written by Charlotte Perkins Gilman, explores female oppression throughout the ages. The main character in the story deals with hysterical tendency and nervous depression, all of which are attempted to be cured, without her consent, by the infamous “rest cure” implemented by her husband.
Throughout the story, it is evident that the main character feels oppressed by her husband and the societal expectations at the time, when she says, “I’ve got out at last…so you can’t put me back!” (147). These actions of the main character give a deeper meaning to her “silly actions”, showing how desperate she is to win her freedom. Her desperation
Throughout the story, it is evident that the main character feels oppressed by her husband and the societal expectations at the time, when she says, “I’ve got out at last…so you can’t put me back!” (147). These actions of the main character give a deeper meaning to her “silly actions”, showing how desperate she is to win her freedom. Her desperation