A Night in Acadie

Kate Chopin (born Catherine O'Flaherty, 1850-1904) was an American author of short stories and novels, mostly of a Louisiana Creole background. She is now considered by some to have been a forerunner of feminist authors of the 20th century. From 1869 to 1902, she wrote short stories for both children and adults which were published in such magazines as "Atlantic Monthly," "Vogue," the "Century," and "Harper's Youth's Companion." Her major works were two short story collections, "Bayou Folk" (189