The Chrysanthemums by John Steinbeck is a story about a woman named Elisa Allen who is unfulfilled by her life as a housewife. She is a strong woman who is not afraid of hard work, but she feels trapped in her role. Her husband, Henry, is a kind man who loves her, but he does not understand her need for more than just a domestic life. One day, Elisa’s life is changed when she meets a man named Valentine who is passing through her town. He is a drifter who is looking for work, and he is intrigued by Elisa. He flirts with her and makes her feel alive again. When he leaves, Elisa is heartbroken, but she is also inspired to make some changes in her life. She decides to start a flower garden, and she begins to take more pride in her appearance. She also starts to stand up to her husband and to assert herself more. The Chrysanthemums is a story about a woman who finds the strength to break out of her shell and to live her life to the fullest.
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