The Story of an Hour by Kate Chopin

The Story of an Hour

Kate Chopin

32 pages first pub 1894 (editions)

fiction classics short stories reflective medium-paced
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In these four stories, Kate Chopin subtly captures the intricate interior lives of a generation of women. From the famous proto-feminist tale "The Story of an Hour" to the subtly sexy "A Respectable Woman," Chopin sheds light on the frustrations, ...

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Moods

reflective 66%
emotional 52%
dark 33%
sad 26%
tense 18%
challenging 10%
hopeful 10%
inspiring 10%
mysterious 8%
funny 6%
lighthearted 3%
adventurous 2%
informative 1%

Pace

fast 74%
medium 18%
slow 7%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 67% | Plot: 17% | A mix: 11% | N/A: 3%

Strong character development?

Yes: 45% | No: 27% | It's complicated: 17% | N/A: 9%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 39% | Yes: 29% | N/A: 20% | No: 10%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 76% | N/A: 14% | It's complicated: 6% | Yes: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 45% | Yes: 27% | It's complicated: 16% | N/A: 10%

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4.01

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