A Point at Issue! | Themes

Freedom
The story begins with Charles and Eleanor determined to retain their freedom within their marriage, which they insist will not ‘‘touch the individuality of either; that was to be preserved intact.’’ Priding themselves on their progressive attitudes, they make an unconventional decision to separate for most of the year while Eleanor pursues her desire to study French. After they part, each feels the pang of separation, but they are confident in the rightness of ‘‘a situation that offered the fulfillment of a cherished purpose.’’

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