Most Popular Books by Virginia Woolf

There are six major characters in this novel. Their voices describe the intensity of childhood, the optimism and physical awareness of youth, the detachment of middle age. Sensations, emotions, perceptions come and go in the procession of the narrative like seasons, like waves.

Published years after her death, Moments of Being is Virginia Woolf''s only autobiographical writing, considered by many to be her most important book. A collection of five memoir pieces written for different audiences spanning almost four decades, Moments of Being reveals the remarkable unity of Virginia Woolf''s art, thought, and sensibility. "Reminiscences," written during her apprenticeship period, exposes the childhood shared by Woolf and her sister, Vanessa, while "A sketch of the Past" illuminates the relationship with her father, Leslie Stephens, who played a crucial role in her development as an individual a writer. Of the final three pieces, composed for the Memoir Club, which required absolute candor of its members, two show Woolf at the threshold of artistic maturity and one shows a confident writer poking fun at her own foibles.

The delicate artistry and lyrical prose of Virginia Woolf''s novels have established her as a writer of sensitivity and profound talent. This title collects selected works of Woolf, including: "To the Lighthouse," "Orlando," "The Waves," "Jacob''s Room," "A Room of One''s Own," "Three Guineas" and "Between the Acts."

Discover Virginia Woolf''s landmark essay on women’s struggle for independence and creative opportunity A Room of One''s Own is one of Virginia Woolf''s most influential works and widely recognized for its extraordinary contribution to the women''s movement. Based on a lecture given at Girton College, Cambridge, it is one of the great feminist polemics, ranging in its themes from Jane Austen and Charlotte Brontë to the silent fate of Shakespeare''s gifted (imaginary) sister, and the effects of poverty and sexual constraint on female creativity. The work was ranked by The Guardian newspaper as number 45 in the 100 World''s Best Non-fiction Books. Part of the bestselling Capstone series, this collectible, hard-back edition of A Room of One’s Own includes an insightful introduction by Jessica Gildersleeve that explains the book''s place in modernist literature and why it still resonates with contemporary readers. Born in 1882, Virginia Woolf was one of the most forward-thinking English writers of her time. Author of the classic novels Mrs Dalloway (1925) and To the Lighthouse (1927), she was also a prolific writer of essays, diaries, letters and biographies, and a member of the celebrated Bloomsbury Set of intellectuals and artists. Discover why A Room of One''s Own is considered among the greatest and most influential works of female empowerment and creativity Learn why Woolf''s classic has stood the test of time. Make this attractive, high-quality hardcover edition a permanent addition to your library Enjoy an insightful introduction by Jessica Gildersleeve, who connects the themes of the text to the concerns of today''s audience Capstone Classics brings A Room of One''s Own to a new generation of readers who can discover how Woolf''s book broke new artistic ground and advanced the position of women writers and creatives around the world.

"Orlando: A Biography features a nobleman named Orlando who lives over three centuries, beginning in the Elizabethan era and ending in the twentieth century, and, remarkably, changes from man to woman at the midpoint"--

''Things are not simple but complex. If he bit Mr. Browning he bit her too. Hatred is not hatred; hatred is also love.'' Virginia Woolf''s delightful biography of the poet Elizabeth Barrett Browning''s spaniel, which asks what it means to be human - and to be dog. One of 46 new books in the bestselling Little Black Classics series, to celebrate the first ever Penguin Classic in 1946. Each book gives readers a taste of the Classics'' huge range and diversity, with works from around the world and across the centuries - including fables, decadence, heartbreak, tall tales, satire, ghosts, battles and elephants.

Contains forty-five selections of her short stories and sketches presented chronologically.

''One of the most moving, revolutionary artworks of the twentieth century'' Michael Cunningham Clarissa Dalloway, elegant and vivacious, is preparing for a party and remembering those she once loved. In another part of London, Septimus Warren Smith is suffering from shell-shock and on the brink of madness. Smith''s day interweaves with that of Clarissa and her friends, their lives converging as the party reaches its glittering climax. Virginia Woolf''s masterly novel, in which she perfected the interior monologue, brings past, present and future together on one momentous day in June 1923. Edited by Stella McNichol with an Introduction and Notes by Elaine Showalter

Discover one of Virginia Woolf''s greatest novels, To the Lighthouse. A masterful exploration of time, memory, and the complex dynamics of family life, this bestselling novel is an enduring work of modernist literature. Set on the Isle of Skye in Scotland, To the Lighthouse centres the Ramsay family and their beautiful summer home that overlooks the bay. Through her characteristic stream-of-consciousness technique, Woolf invites readers into the inner thoughts and emotions of her characters, particularly Mrs. Ramsay, who embodies the nurturing force within the family, and Mr. Ramsay, a philosopher preoccupied with his legacy. When we first meet the Ramsays, their home is alive with the vibrancy of life and the hopeful plans of a visit to the nearby lighthouse. Over the course of a decade, Woolf paints a hauntingly beautiful portrait of the family and the passage of time. At the approach of the First World War, the tone of the novel shifts and we witness the house''s gradual decay. First published in 1927, To the Lighthouse is a meditation on the passage of time and the persistence of memory. Woolf''s innovative narrative structure and poetic prose have made this novel one of the most celebrated works of modernist literature.

And all the lives we ever lived and all the lives to be are full of trees and changing leaves. Virginia Woolf’s most autobiographical novel, to the Lighthouse (1927) revolves around the Ramsay family and their life in the summer home situated at a distance from a Lighthouse, in the Hebrides, Isle of Skye in Scotland between 1910 and 1920. Enjoying the summer with their eight children, the Ramsay host an assortment of guests—Charles Tansley, an admirer of Mr. Ramsay work as a philosopher; Lily Briscoe, a young artist and William Bankes, an old friend of the Ramsay, among others. Six-year-old James Ramsay wants his father to take him to the Lighthouse, but Mr Ramsay keeps delaying the trip. And when the summer ends, war and death alter many realities. The journey to the Lighthouse is deferred. A book of childhood desires, conflicting adult relationships, philosophical introspection and multiple subjectivities, to the Lighthouse, divided into three sections—the window, time passes, the Lighthouse about many journeys and an Evergreen classic.

"Witty, scornful, deeply serious...If you are a woman, or anti-war, or both, read it."--The New Yorker "How are we to prevent war?" Setting out to answer this question, Virginia Woolf argues that the inequalities between women and men must first be addressed. Framing her arguments in the form of a letter, Woolf ponders to whom--among the many who have requested it--she will donate a guinea. As she works out her reasons for which causes she will support, Woolf articulates a vision of peace and political culture as radical now as it was when first published on the eve of the Second World War. A founding text of cultural theory, Three Guineas can also help us understand the twenty-first-century realities of endless war justified by "unreal loyalties."

"A Room of One''s Own" by Virginia Woolf is a seminal essay that explores the relationship between women and fiction. First published in 1929, this work is based on a series of lectures Woolf delivered at two women''s colleges at Cambridge University. In this groundbreaking text, Woolf argues for the necessity of both financial independence and personal space for women writers to create their art. The essay is often regarded as a foundational text in feminist literary criticism and continues to resonate with readers today. Woolf begins her exploration by reflecting on the historical exclusion of women from the literary canon. She examines the societal conditions that have limited women''s access to education, wealth, and the opportunities necessary for creative expression. Through her analysis, Woolf highlights the systemic barriers that have hindered women''s voices throughout history. She emphasizes that the lack of a "room of one''s own" symbolizes the broader limitations placed on women in society, preventing them from fully realizing their potential as writers and thinkers. One of the central themes of the essay is the importance of financial independence for women. Woolf argues that in order to write, women need a space where they can think freely and develop their ideas without the constraints imposed by societal expectations. She points out that many great male authors had the privilege of financial support, allowing them to focus on their writing without the distractions of economic hardship. In contrast, women often lacked this support, which stifled their creative output. Woolf''s assertion that "a woman must have money and a room of her own if she is to write fiction" underscores the necessity of autonomy for female authors. Throughout the essay, Woolf employs a narrative style that blends personal reflection with broader social commentary. She uses fictional examples, such as the imagined life of a sister of William Shakespeare, to illustrate the challenges faced by women writers. By envisioning a talented woman who is denied the same opportunities as her male counterpart, Woolf effectively conveys the tragic loss of potential that results from societal repression. This imaginative approach allows readers to grasp the emotional weight of her arguments while engaging with the historical context. Woolf also delves into the concept of androgyny in writing, suggesting that the best literature transcends gender. She argues that authors should strive to incorporate both masculine and feminine perspectives, leading to a more holistic and enriched literary experience. By advocating for a blending of voices, Woolf challenges traditional notions of gender and encourages writers to explore the full spectrum of human experience. This idea of androgyny has had a lasting impact on literary theory and continues to inspire contemporary discussions about gender in literature. In addition to its feminist themes, "A Room of One''s Own" is celebrated for its innovative structure and style. Woolf''s prose is characterized by its lyrical quality and stream-of-consciousness technique, which allows her to weave together personal anecdotes, historical analysis, and philosophical musings. This fluidity reflects the complexity of her subject matter and engages readers in a thought-provoking exploration of women''s roles in literature and society. The essay has had a profound influence on feminist thought and literary criticism. It has inspired countless writers, scholars, and activists to advocate for women''s rights and representation in the arts. Woolf''s call for women to claim their space and voice in the literary world remains relevant in contemporary discussions about gender equality and the importance of diverse perspectives in literature. In conclusion, "A Room of One''s Own" by Virginia Woolf is a transformative work that addresses the intersection of gender, creativity, and societal constraints. Through her insightful analysis and powerful prose, Woolf makes a compelling case for the importance of financial independence and personal space for women writers. The essay not only critiques the historical exclusion of women from literature but also encourages readers to envision a more inclusive and equitable literary landscape. Woolf''s legacy endures, as her ideas continue to inspire and challenge readers to consider the significance of gender in the world of literature and beyond. This essential text is a must-read for anyone interested in feminist literature, literary criticism, and the ongoing struggle for women''s rights.

The tale of Jacob Flanders, a lonely young man unable to reconcile his love of classical culture with the chaotic reality of World War I society, unfolds in a series of brief impressions and conversations, internal monologues, and letters. A sensitive examination of character development and the meaning of life.

A stunning new edition of Virginia Woolf''s engulfing portrait of one day in a woman''s life, featuring a new foreword by Jenny Offill, the New York Times bestselling author of Weather and Dept. of Speculation A Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition, with flaps and deckle-edged paper "Mrs. Dalloway said she would buy the flowers herself." It''s one of the most famous opening lines in literature, that of Virginia Woolf''s beloved masterpiece of time, memory, and the city. In the wake of World War I and the 1918 flu pandemic, Clarissa Dalloway, elegant and vivacious, is preparing for a party and remembering those she once loved. In another part of London, Septimus Smith is suffering from shell-shock and on the brink of madness. Their days interweave and their lives converge as the party reaches its glittering climax. In a novel in which she perfects the interior monologue and recapitulates the life cycle in the hours of the day, from first light to the dark of night, Woolf achieves an uncanny simulacrum of consciousness, bringing past, present, and future together, and recording, impression by impression, minute by minute, the feel of life itself. This edition is collated from all known proofs, manuscripts, and impressions to reflect the author''s intentions, and includes a catalog of emendations, an illuminating introduction and endnotes by the distinguished feminist critic Elaine Showalter, and a map of Mrs. Dalloway''s London. For more than seventy-five years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 2,000 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.

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.

Love. Hate. Peace. Three emotions made the ply of human life.Between the Acts takes place on a June day in 1939 at Pointz Hall, the Oliver familys country house in the heart of England. In the garden, everyone from the village has gathered to present the annual pageantscenes from the history of England starting with the Middle Ages. As the story of England unfolds, the lives of the villagers also take shape. The past blends with the present and art blends with life in a narrative full of invention, affection, and lyricism.Through her characters'' passionate musings and private dramas, and through the enigmatic figure of the pageant''s author, Miss La Trobe, Virginia Woolf''s final novel both celebrates and mocks Englishness. Even so, the coming of war looms over the whole community, heralding a new act.

Reproduktion des Originals: Jacob ́s Room von Virginia Woolf

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)

Virginia Woolf''s short story The New Dress was written in 1924. The story was published in the May 1927; it is about the feelings of a woman towards herself and her reaction to the behaviors of others when they meet her. It is also about the agonies and human experience in fashion.

Clarissa Dalloway goes around London in the morning, getting ready to host a party that evening. The nice day reminds her of her youth spent in the countryside in Bourton and makes her wonder about her choice of husband; she married the reliable Richard Dalloway instead of the enigmatic and demanding Peter Walsh, and she "had not the option" to be with Sally Seton. Peter reintroduces these conflicts by paying a visit that morning. Septimus Warren Smith, a First World War veteran suffering from deferred traumatic stress, spends his day in the park with his Italian-born wife Lucrezia, where Peter Walsh observes them. Septimus is visited by frequent and indecipherable hallucinations, mostly concerning his dear friend Evans who died in the war. Later that day, after he is prescribed involuntary commitment to a psychiatric hospital, he commits suicide by jumping out of a window. Clarissa''s party in the evening is a slow success. It is attended by most of the characters she has met in the book, including people from her past. She hears about Septimus'' suicide at the party and gradually comes to admire this stranger''s act, which she considers an effort to preserve the purity of his happiness.

This annotated edition of the landmark inquiry into the women''s role in society by one of the twentieth century''s greatest thinkers, Viriginia Woolf''s classic A Room of One''s Own features an introduction by English and Women''s Studies professor Susan Gubar, perfect for critical analysis in classrooms and beyond. “A woman must have money and a room of her own if she is to write fiction.” In A Room of One''s Own, Virginia Woolf imagines that Shakespeare had a sister: a sister equal to Shakespeare in talent, equal in genius, but whose legacy is radically different. This imaginary woman never writes a word and dies by her own hand, her genius unexpressed. But if only she had found the means to create, urges Woolf, she would have reached the same heights as her immortal sibling. In this classic essay, Virginia Woolf takes on the establishment, using her gift for language to dissect the world around her and give a voice to those who have none.

Moby-Dick is an 1851 novel by Herman Melville. The story tells the adventures of the wandering sailor Ishmael and his voyage on the whaling ship Pequod, commanded by Captain Ahab. Ishmael soon learns that Ahab seeks one specific whale, Moby-Dick, a white whale of tremendous size and ferocity. Comparatively few whaling ships know of Moby-Dick, and fewer yet have encountered him. In a previous encounter, the whale destroyed Ahab''s boat and bit off his leg. Ahab intends to exact revenge.

Orlando: A Biography is an influential novel by Virginia Woolf, first published on 11 October 1928. A semi-biographical novel based in part on the life of Woolf''s lover Vita Sackville-West, it is generally considered one of Woolf''s most accessible novels. The novel has been influential stylistically, and is considered important in literature generally, and particularly in the history of women''s writing and gender studies. A film adaptation was released in 1992, starring Tilda Swinton as Orlando and Quentin Crisp as Queen Elizabeth I.