Discussion of “The Revolt of Mother” by Mary E. Wilkins Freeman

 1. Why are Mother and Nancy dissatisfied with their home in “The Revolt of ‘Mother’ “? What kinds of improvements do they wish for? How do their visions for their new home coincide with contemporary ideas about home decoration and parlor culture?  2. In many of her stories, Freeman narrates women’s assertion of control over their own domestic situations. What kind of strategy does Mother employ to gain her end? How empowering is her “revolt”?Please use the text in the uploaded files to answer the questions.