Socrates, a Greek philosopher once said: "Each one must know himself." Unfortunately, most of us are not aware of our true character. Social conventions are the main cause making us repress what we really think and feel. Only when unexpected events happen, we do have an opportunity to take a close look at our hidden "self.""The Story of An Hour" by Kate Chopin reflects the dramatic development process of Mrs.Mallard's character through the …showed first 75 words of 502 total…

…showed last 75 words of 502 total…of Mrs.Mallard proves that she is only free when her husband dies, or she herself dies. In conclusion, "The Story of An Hour" remarkably illustrates the tragic development process of Mrs.Mallard'character under the repression of her marriage. Within an hour, she is given a chance to discover her true character. Everything seems right for her to begin a new life, but the traditional marital relationship has denied to lift its restrictions on her.