One observer say of narrator, that ‘madness be her only freedom’ u agree with this? What other options she have?
I not agree with this because narrator know what she want, but her husband not let her desire be fulfilled. Narrator wanted to write, and express herself but he not let her do that. She wanted to socialize and go out, but he not let her have that freedom. Other choices she have be socializing and writing.
Your ideas are good. But as you pointed out, the only freedom she had was within her own mind. She became independent of her husband within her own mind.
thanks very much ms. sue :)
I understand your perspective. It seems that you disagree with the observer's statement that 'madness is her only freedom' because the narrator actually knows what she wants and desires the freedom to express herself through writing and socializing. However, her husband inhibits her from pursuing these activities, which limits her choices.
To further explore other options the narrator may have, it is important to consider the context and circumstances of the story. In the case of Charlotte Perkins Gilman's short story "The Yellow Wallpaper," the narrator is a woman confined to a room by her husband due to supposed nervous illness. In this situation, her options might be limited due to societal expectations and gender roles during the time period.
Nevertheless, some potential alternatives or choices she could have include:
1. Seeking support from friends or family: The narrator could reach out to loved ones for companionship, understanding, and assistance in addressing her desire for social interaction or pursuing her writing aspirations.
2. Communicating with her husband: The narrator could openly express her needs and desires to her husband, trying to negotiate or reason with him to allow her the freedom to write and socialize in a healthy way.
3. Engaging in creative outlets within her confined space: Although limited physically, the narrator could explore creative activities such as painting, drawing, or journaling to express herself and maintain her sanity.
4. Educating herself: The narrator could use her time in seclusion to read and study, expanding her knowledge and potentially finding ways to challenge societal expectations and gain more independence.
5. Seeking professional help or advocacy: If the narrator's situation allows, she could have sought help from a therapist, counselor, or women's rights advocate who could assist her in finding alternatives or addressing her predicament.
It's essential to remember that different interpretations can arise from a work of literature, and there may be varying opinions on the narrator's options or the extent of her freedoms.