At Fault

At Fault is a classic work of fiction by Kate Chopin, marking the author's first novel. Set in post-Civil War Louisiana, the story follows Therese Lafirme, a widow managing her own plantation. The narrative develops into a complex love triangle when Therese meets David Hosmer, a sawmill owner. As Therese navigates her feelings for David and his alcoholic wife, Fanny, she struggles to reconcile her moral values with her romantic desires.

This edition of At Fault blends southern literature with detailed literary criticism. It examines the tension between agrarian traditions and rising industrialism in the Old South. Written by one of the most prominent women authors of the nineteenth century, the text includes meticulous annotations and historical context. This volume provides a comprehensive look at the social and economic influences that shaped Chopin's early contribution to the classics.