Chapters 20-24
1. Who is Edna looking for?
2. What is the significance of Madam Reisz and Doctor Mandelet?
3. Why is Edna looking for Madam Reisz?
The end of chapter 19 illustrated for the reader Edna’s depression. The second to last paragraph described Edna’s “happy days”. The last paragraph described Edna’s unhappy days- days in which she did not care whether she was alive or dead. Then the next chapters describe Edna’s complete loss of care for the household and her family. I think Robert was only a catalyst for Edna’s awakening. She misses him but is bothered more by her place in the world.
Edna searches for Madam Reisz for numerous reasons. Madam Reisz is a widow, very dedicated to her art (music), and probably gives off the independent woman vibe- something Edna searches for fervently. While Edna searches for common understanding, Mr. Pontellier does the same.
Mr. Pontellier goes to the family doctor to actually inquire if Edna is right in the head. The doctor tells Mr. Pontellier it’s just a womanly mood and it will eventually pass. They laugh about women and how strange they act. I HATE when people do this- when you feel a certain way and people chalk up your feelings to PMS, lack or exercise, lack of sleep, inadequate diet, etc.
Okay, I’m off my soapbox now.
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