Summary Of The Revolt Of Mother By Mary Freeman

The Underlying Movement
In the nineteenth century, America was a pure, patriarchal society and women were viewed less of men. In the story, “The Revolt of Mother,” Mary Freeman delicately portrays a woman, Sarah, as subservient to her husband; however, throughout the story, Sarah’s characterization is revealed as a strong, courageous woman standing up for women’s rights. During the story, Freeman does an immaculate job weaving in women’s rights through a time period that was male dominant. For example, Freeman interweaves in Sarah’s description “ [t]here were meek downward lines about her nose and mouth; but her eyes, fixed upon the old man . . .” to exemplify the gentle, submissive quality that women were expected to have towards their husbands