The Chrysanthemums

Adrian College english professor, Cynthia Bily, in her academic article, “The Chrysanthemums” (2002), claims that a woman is closer to nature because they are naturally more appreciative due to the similarities they share of both being dominated by a man, which is relatively defined as ecofeminism. She supports her claim by first describing the concept of ecofeminism and how it is relevant to the story’s generalized meaning, then emphasizes Elisa’s oppression and isolation as she is one with nature, which is the only time she feels free, then details Elisa’s powerful attitude toward her strength as she thinks of “sharing this connection to nature with another person,” and finally associates women’s heightened appreciation and sensitivity by