Dr. Ortego English 1102 February 4th, 2018 Fiction Essay Reading "The Storm" by Kate Chopin, one would not expect the contents of the story from looking at the title. The story is set in Louisiana back in the ninetieth century. In the story there are two main characters, who are past lovers, Calixta and Alcee. When in a marriage is it important that both husband and wife receive love and the fulfillment they desire. The storm represents Calixta and Alcee's sexual desire toward one another and the
The Storm is a racy account of events, more so considering the time at which Kate Chopin wrote it towards the tail end of the 19th century. The characters are presented as sexualized adults of the story. The principle characters, Calixta and Alcee previously had a relationship prior to the beginning of this story. However, they ended up marrying other suitors and had since not kept contact. Presently, Calixta and Alcee are reliving a time when their passion was at a high point. "The Storm" avails