"A Pair of Silk Stockings" is a short story written by Kate Chopin. Published in 1897, the story follows Mrs. Sommers who prefers spending a windfall on herself, rather than on her children

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The relevant information is: Published in 1897, the story follows Mrs. Sommers who prefers spending a windfall on herself, rather than on her children The answer is 1897.