The Yellow Wallpaper is a short story by Charlotte Perkins Gilman that reflects the psychological and emotional struggles of women in the late 19th century. The protagonist, a woman suffering from postpartum depression, is confined to a room with yellow wallpaper by her husband, who believes it will aid in her recovery. As she spends more time in the room, she becomes increasingly obsessed with the wallpaper, seeing disturbing patterns and images. The story explores themes of confinement, gender roles, and the oppressive nature of society.
