Most Popular Books by Virginia Woolf

"To the Lighthouse features the serene and maternal Mrs. Ramsay, the tragic yet absurd Mr. Ramsay, and their children and assorted guests who are on holiday on the Isle of Skye. From the seemingly trivial postponement of a visit to a nearby lighthouse, Virginia Woolf constructs a moving examination of the complex tensions and allegiances of family life and the conflicts within a marriage."--BOOK JACKET.

A collection of essays from the acclaimed author of Mrs. Dalloway on such subjects as Jane Austen, Geoffrey Chaucer, and her own literary philosophy. A good essay must have this permanent quality about it; it must draw its curtain round us, but it must be a curtain that shuts us in not out. Not written for scholars or critics, these essays are a collection of Virginia Woolf’s everyday thoughts about literature and the world—and the art of reading for pleasure. That many of them previously appeared in such publications as the Nation, Vogue, and the Yale Review points to their widespread appeal. Still, her brilliant powers of observation and insatiable curiosity shine through . . . “After all, Mrs. Woolf is no common reader, try as she may to be one. Her powers of coordination and logical inference are altogether too strong and capable. No common reader would kick the over-praised Robinson Crusoe overboard to float in seas of adolescent adoration for Moll Flanders, as she does. It would take an uncommon common reader to discourse as pithily on Elizabethan drama or the furiously literary Duchess of Newcastle. No idle peruser of the printed page would meditate so beautifully on Greek letters. And when we come to those essays, ‘Modern Fiction’ and ‘How It Strikes a Contemporary,’ a note that is altogether professional and the result of intensive study and theorizing is to be discerned.” —The New York Times “Woolf’s provocative collection of essays, reviews and flights of literary imagination assesses both the famous and the obscure.” —The Times (London)

Rachel Vinrace embarks for South America on her father''s ship and is launched on a course of self-discovery in a kind of modern mythical voyage. The mismatched jumble of passengers provide Woolf with an opportunity to satirize Edwardian life. The novel introduces Clarissa Dalloway, the central character of Woolf''s later novel, Mrs. Dalloway. Two of the other characters were modeled after important figures in Woolf''s life. St John Hirst is a fictional portrayal of Lytton Strachey and Helen Ambrose is to some extent inspired by Woolf''s sister, Vanessa Bell. And Rachel''s journey from a cloistered life in a London suburb to freedom, challenging intellectual discourse and discovery very likely reflects Woolf''s own journey from a repressive household to the intellectual stimulation of the Bloomsbury Group.

A Room of One''s Own is an extended essay Virginia Woolf. First published on 24 October 1929, the essay was based on a series of lectures she delivered at Newnham College and Girton College, two women''s colleges...

Set in the halcyon days of pre-war innocence, this novel follows the progress of a young man as he passes from adolescence to adulthood in a hazy rite of passage. Wandering through the windswept shores of Cornwall to the sunscorched landscape of Greece, his character is revealed in a stream of loosely related incidents, thoughts and impressions.

This eBook features the unabridged text of ‘To the Lighthouse by Virginia Woolf - Delphi Classics (Illustrated)’ from the bestselling edition of ‘The Complete Works of Virginia Woolf’. Having established their name as the leading publisher of classic literature and art, Delphi Classics produce publications that are individually crafted with superior formatting, while introducing many rare texts for the first time in digital print. The Delphi Classics edition of Woolf includes original annotations and illustrations relating to the life and works of the author, as well as individual tables of contents, allowing you to navigate eBooks quickly and easily. eBook features: * The complete unabridged text of ‘To the Lighthouse by Virginia Woolf - Delphi Classics (Illustrated)’ * Beautifully illustrated with images related to Woolf’s works * Individual contents table, allowing easy navigation around the eBook * Excellent formatting of the textPlease visit www.delphiclassics.com to learn more about our wide range of titles

In "The Common Reader - First and Second Series," Virginia Woolf meticulously curates a collection of essays that explore the intricacies of literature through the lens of a discerning yet relatable reader. With her characteristic modernist style, Woolf deftly blends personal reflection, literary criticism, and social commentary, offering insights into both established classics and lesser-known works. The essays demonstrate her belief in the fluidity of literary value, encouraging readers to engage with texts on an intimate level, thereby fostering a deeper appreciation for literature''s role in society and individual experience. Woolf''s candid prose serves not just to critique, but to invite dialogue with the reader, positioning them as an active participant in the literary discourse of her time. Virginia Woolf (1882-1941) was a pivotal figure of the modernist movement and a central voice in feminist literature. Her own experiences with the Bloomsbury Group and her struggles against the confines of early 20th-century society offer a profound context for her essays. Woolf''s intellectual pursuits were deeply rooted in her background; her father was a prominent writer and her mother a social reformer, which nourished her worldview and literary inclinations, fostering an abiding interest in the interplay between art and society. This compelling collection is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the evolution of literary criticism and the importance of the reader''s perspective. Woolf''s engaging prose and acute observations will resonate with both novice and seasoned readers alike, making it an essential addition to the bookshelf of those who appreciate the richness and complexity of literature.

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Night and Day is Virginia Woolfs second novel. It explores the social and romantic lives of two women: Katherine Hilbery, who is the granddaughter of a celebrated poet but is secretly fascinated by mathematics and astronomy and feels stifled by her privileged existence, and Mary Datchet, a womens suffrage activist who comes to realize that she does not need a man to feel fulfilled. Through these women, the novel explores issues relating to marriage, social class and the position of women in Edwardian society, and its reflections on identity remain relevant and thought-provoking today.

This eBook features the unabridged text of ‘The Years by Virginia Woolf - Delphi Classics (Illustrated)’ from the bestselling edition of ‘The Complete Works of Virginia Woolf’. Having established their name as the leading publisher of classic literature and art, Delphi Classics produce publications that are individually crafted with superior formatting, while introducing many rare texts for the first time in digital print. The Delphi Classics edition of Woolf includes original annotations and illustrations relating to the life and works of the author, as well as individual tables of contents, allowing you to navigate eBooks quickly and easily. eBook features: * The complete unabridged text of ‘The Years by Virginia Woolf - Delphi Classics (Illustrated)’ * Beautifully illustrated with images related to Woolf’s works * Individual contents table, allowing easy navigation around the eBook * Excellent formatting of the textPlease visit www.delphiclassics.com to learn more about our wide range of titles

''For there she was.'' Mrs Dalloway follows a single day in the life of Clarissa Dalloway, an upper-class woman in London, in June 1923, as she prepares for a party. Clarissa''s thoughts and actions are interwoven with the trauma and bereavement of Septimus Smith, a poor young man suffering from shell-shock, in a contrasting narrative that provides poignant insights into the political, historical, and social issues of Woolf''s day. The novel brings memories and the present together, written and set in the uneasy years immediately after the First World War. This new edition, annotated and introduced by Trudi Tate, broadens and deepens key aspects of the historical context, including a fresh examination of Woolf''s representations of women in the wake of the first women in Britain winning the right to vote, the context of post-war politics, and the innovative aspects of the author''s writing style. ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World''s Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford''s commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.

Rachel Vinrace embarks for South America on her father''s ship and is launched on a course of self-discovery in a kind of modern mythical voyage. The mismatched jumble of passengers provide Woolf with an opportunity to satirize Edwardian life. The novel introduces Clarissa Dalloway, the central character of Woolf''s later novel, Mrs. Dalloway. Two of the other characters were modeled after important figures in Woolf''s life. St John Hirst is a fictional portrayal of Lytton Strachey and Helen Ambrose is to some extent inspired by Woolf''s sister, Vanessa Bell. And Rachel''s journey from a cloistered life in a London suburb to freedom, challenging intellectual discourse and discovery very likely reflects Woolf''s own journey from a repressive household to the intellectual stimulation of the Bloomsbury Group.

A Room of One''s Own is an extended essay by Virginia Woolf. First published on the 24th of October, 1929, the essay was based on a series of lectures she delivered at Newnham College and Girton College, two women''s colleges at Cambridge University in October 1928. While this extended essay in fact employs a fictional narrator and narrative to explore women both as writers and characters in fiction, the manuscript for the delivery of the series of lectures, titled Women and Fiction, and hence the essay, are considered nonfiction. The essay is seen as a feminist text, and is noted in its argument for both a literal and figural space for women writers within a literary tradition dominated by patriarchy. Three Guineas: The author received three separate requests for a gift of one guinea-one for a women’s college building fund, one for a society promoting the employment of professional women, and one to help prevent war and “protect culture, and intellectual liberty.” This book is a threefold answer to these requests-and a statement of feminine purpose.

In Virginia Woolf''s Jacob''s Room, the titular character''s room is a vivid reflection of his inner life and the complexities of his character. The space is imbued with a sense of intimacy and chaos, where scattered books and sketches reveal Jacob''s intellectual pursuits and artistic inclinations. Sunlight filters through the windows, casting playful shadows that dance across the walls, hinting at the fleeting nature of time and memory. The room is adorned with personal artifacts-a well-worn chair, a half-open drawer spilling over with letters and mementos, and a desk that bears the marks of creativity and contemplation. Each object tells a story, embodying Jacob''s aspirations, relationships, and the weight of his experiences. Woolf captures the essence of a young man caught between the innocence of youth and the harsh realities of adulthood, making the room not just a physical space, but a poignant symbol of his journey through life. Through meticulous detail and evocative prose, Woolf transforms Jacob''s room into a microcosm of his existence, inviting readers to explore the depths of his thoughts and the fleeting moments that define him. The atmosphere is both serene and charged, a testament to the beauty and tragedy of human experience. thoughts and emotions. Night and Day is a profound meditation on the nature of relationships, the pursuit of individuality, and the interplay between night and day as metaphors for the dualities of life.

A Room of One''s Own is an extended essay by Virginia Woolf, first published in September 1929. The work is based on two lectures Woolf delivered in October 1928 at Newnham College and Girton College, women''s constituent colleges at the University of Cambridge.

Innovative and deeply poetic, The Waves is often regarded as Virginia Woolf''s masterpiece. It begins with six children-three boys and three girls-playing in a garden by the sea, and follows their lives as they grow up, experience friendship and love, and grapple with the death of their beloved friend Percival. Instead of describing their outward expressions of grief, Woolf draws her characters from the inside, revealing their inner lives: their aspirations, their triumphs and regrets, their awareness of unity and isolation.

"How to recognize which books should read.The classic means forever then the classic books mean eternity."Good friends, good books and a cup of tea", this is my idea life. And You?"

In this vivid portrait of a single day in a woman''s life, Mrs. Clarissa Dalloway is preoccupied with the last-minute details of preparation for a party while in her mind she is something much more than a perfect society hostess. As she readies her house for friends and neighbors, she is flooded with remembrances of the past--the passionate loves of her carefree youth, her practical choice of husband, and the approach and retreat of war. And, met with the realities of the present, Clarissa reexamines the choices that brought her there, hesitantly looking ahead to the unfamiliar work of growing old.From the introspective Clarissa, to the lover who never fully recovered from her rejection, to a war-ravaged stranger in the park, the characters and scope of Mrs. Dalloway reshape our sense of ordinary life making it one of the most "moving, revolutionary artworks of the twentieth century

One of Woolf''s most experimental novels, The Waves presents six characters in monologue - from morning until night, from childhood into old age - against a background of the sea. The result is a glorious chorus of voices that exists not to remark on the passing of events but to celebrate the connection between its various individual parts.

This story of Elizabeth Barrett Browning''s cocker spaniel, Flush, enchants right from the opening pages. Although Flush has adventures of his own with bullying dogs, horrid maids, and robbers, he also provides the reader with a glimpse into Browning''s life. Introduction by Trekkie Ritchie.

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The Voyage Out by Virginia Woolf

Jacob''s Room by Virginia Woolf

Clsico de la novela del siglo XX, Mrs. Dalloway, publicada en 1925, es una de las obras maestras de Virginia Woolf: en su delicada arquitectura narrativa, Clarissa, la mujer sin importancia, y Septimus, el loco desplazado, se encuentran sin tocarse. Una extraordinaria reflexin sobre el tiempo, la muerte y la condicin femenina llevada a cabo con la gracia satrica y el irnico lirismo de la autora de Las olas, Entre actos, Orlando y Tres guineas.

To the Lighthouse is a 1927 novel by Virginia Woolf. The novel centres on the Ramsay family and their visits to the Isle of Skye in Scotland between 1910 and 1920.Following and extending the tradition of modernist novelists like Marcel Proust and James Joyce, the plot of To the Lighthouse is secondary to its philosophical introspection. Cited as a key example of the literary technique of multiple focalization, the novel includes little dialogue and almost no action; most of it is written as thoughts and observations. The novel recalls childhood emotions and highlights adult relationships. Among the book''s many tropes and themes are those of loss, subjectivity, the nature of art and the problem of perception.

"I am made and remade continually. Different people draw different words from me." Innovative and deeply poetic, The Waves is often regarded as Virginia Woolf''s masterpiece. It begins with six children--three boys and three girls--playing in a garden by the sea, and follows their lives as they grow up, experience friendship and love, and grapple with the death of their beloved friend Percival. Instead of describing their outward expressions of grief, Woolf draws her characters from the inside, revealing their inner lives: their aspirations, their triumphs and regrets, their awareness of unity and isolation.