In "The Story of an Hour" by Kate Chopin, the concept of freedom is explored through the protagonist, Mrs. Mallard. When she learns of her husband's death, she experiences a sense of liberation and joy at the newfound freedom she believes she has gained. This freedom of body and soul is short-lived, however, as her husband turns out to be alive, leading to her sudden death upon seeing him. This ironic twist highlights the complex and sometimes fleeting nature of personal freedom.
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