Abstract: The Awakening by Kate Chopin,by describing the self-consciousness awakening process of the protagonist Edna in the patriarchy society,explores the relationship between women and nature,and thus reveals patriarchy system’s double domination on nature and women under the mask of civilization.The whole story shows the author’s caring for women,the praise of returning to nature and the criticism of city civilization,containing a profound consciousness of eco-feminism.

Key words: eco-feminism, The Awakening, patriarchy, nature