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A review by maddyontheoffbeat
The Yellow Wall-Paper, Herland, and Selected Writings by Charlotte Perkins Gilman
adventurous
challenging
inspiring
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
The pacing of Gilmans writing is surprisingly modern, and not hard to get through. Her ideas are progressive even for today but there is a lot of emphasis on motherhood which I found excessive.
Graphic: Sexism and Pregnancy
Minor: Racism