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On a June morning in 1923, Clarissa Dalloway, the glittering wife of a Member of Parliament, is preparing for a grand party that evening.As she walks through London, buying flowers, observing life, her thoughts are in the past, and she remembers the time when she was as young as her own daughter Elizabeth; her romance with Peter Walsh, now recently returned from India; and the friends of her youth. Elsewhere in London, Septimus Smith is being driven mad by shell shock. As the day draws to its end, his world and Clarissa's collide in unexpected ways.

The novel centres around the life story of the protagonist Jacob Flanders and is presented almost entirely through the impressions other characters have of Jacob. Thus, although it could be said that the book is primarily a character study and has little in the way of plot or background, the narrative is constructed with a void in place of the central character if, indeed, the novel can be said to have a protagonist in conventional terms.

Esta novela es un capítulo imprescindible en la historia de la novelística contemporánea, el punto más alto de la stream of consciousness woolfiana, donde se hacen patentes las proximidades y diferencias respecto de Faulkner y Joyce. La mas celebre traduccion, ademas, de Carmen Martin Gaite. Durante una excursio a un faro, los miembros de la familia Ramsay se muestran al lector en toda su complejidad y se presentan eredados en una trama de sentimientos cruzados y contradictorios en la que la figura paterna ocupa un lugar central pero problematico (objeto especialmente del rencor del hijo).Virginia Woolf (1882-1941) es sin duda una de las novelistas britanicas mas influyentes del siglo XX, tanto por la novedad de los temas que aborda en sus obras como por la composicion formal de las mismas. Fundadora con su marido Leonard Woolf de la editorial Hogarth Press, donde publicarian a Rilke, Svevo o Freud, entre otros, no tardo en convertirse en uno de los nombres mas sobresalientes del llamado ?Grupo de Bloomsbury? (Roger Fry, John M. Keynes, Vanessa Stephen, E. M. Foster...). Despues de dedicarse por un tiempo a la critica literaria, en 1915 inicio una carrera como narradora marcada por la voluntad de liberar la prosa inglesa del realismo y la uniformidad en que se habia estancado, al tiempo que investigaba...

Una de las novelas más esenciales y terribles que se han escrito sobre la inminencia de la II Guerra Mundial.80 ANIVERSARIO DE VIRGINIA WOOLF«Igual que James Joyce y Marcel Proust dominó el manejo de

One of the most distinguished critics and innovative authors of the twentieth century, Virginia Woolf published two novels before this collection appeared in 1921. However, it was these early stories that first earned her a reputation as a writer with "the liveliest imagination and most delicate style of her time." Influenced by Joyce, Proust, and the theories of William James, Bergson, and Freud, she strove to write a new fiction that emphasized the continuous flow of consciousness, times passage as both a series of sequential moments and a longer flow of years and centuries, and the essential indefinability of character.

Virginia Woolfs groundbreaking works, The Waves& To the Lighthouse, are pillars of modernist literature, known for their stream-of-consciousness narrative style and exploration of the inner lives of characters. Set against the backdrop of post-World War I England, these novels delve into themes of identity, memory, and the passage of time. Woolfs experimental prose invites readers to immerse themselves in the shifting perspectives of her characters, creating a multifaceted and intricate reading experience that challenges traditional narrative structures. Through lyrical language and intricate monologues, Woolf masterfully captures the complexities of human emotion and perception. Virginia Woolfs own struggles with mental health and her feminist perspective undoubtedly influenced the themes and characters in both The Waves and To the Lighthouse. Her unique literary voice and innovative storytelling make these novels essential reads for anyone interested in modernist literature, psychology, or feminist perspectives in literature.

In Virginia Woolfs Freshwater, readers are transported to the vibrant and tumultuous world of protagonist Julia Margaret Cameron. Through a series of stream-of-consciousness narratives, Woolf masterfully navigates Camerons complex relationships, artistic endeavors, and inner struggles with mental illness. The books lyrical prose and experimental narrative structure showcase Woolfs innovative literary style, positioning Freshwater as a groundbreaking work in the context of modernist literature. Woolfs exploration of identity, creativity, and the female experience resonates deeply throughout the pages of this captivating novel.

In Virginia Woolf: The Moment & Other Essays, Virginia Woolf explores the concept of the moment in various aspects of life through her signature stream-of-consciousness style. The essays delve into the complexities of human experiences and emotions, offering profound insights into themes such as identity, perception, and memory. Woolfs lyrical prose and experimental narrative structure showcase her mastery of the modernist literary movement, making this collection a captivating read for those interested in 20th-century literature. Virginia Woolf wrote The Moment & Other Essays during a period of personal introspection and artistic growth. Drawing from her own struggles with mental health and societal expectations, Woolf seeks to challenge conventional norms and provoke readers to think critically about the world around them. Her unique perspective as a woman writer in a male-dominated literary landscape adds depth and richness to the essays, making them a valuable contribution to feminist literature. I recommend Virginia Woolf: The Moment & Other Essays to readers who appreciate profound introspection, poetic prose, and thought-provoking reflections on the complexities of human existence. This collection serves as a testament to Woolfs enduring legacy as one of the most innovative and influential writers of the 20th century, offering readers a glimpse into the mind of a literary trailblazer.

In A Room of Ones Own, Virginia Woolf explores the importance of financial independence and personal space for womens creative expression. Through a mix of fiction and non-fiction, Woolf argues that women need a room of their own and financial stability in order to write great literature. Written in a stream-of-consciousness style, the book challenges traditional patriarchal views of womens roles in society and the arts, making it a landmark feminist text of the 20th century. Woolfs insightful analysis of gender and creativity is both thought-provoking and revolutionary. Virginia Woolf, a prominent figure of the modernist movement, drew on her own experiences as a woman writer in a male-dominated world to pen A Room of Ones Own. Her book offers a fresh and original perspective on the limitations faced by female writers and continues to inspire generations of women to pursue their creative dreams. I highly recommend A Room of Ones Own to any reader interested in feminist literature, gender studies, or the history of womens writing. Woolfs eloquent prose and brilliant insights make this book a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by women in the literary world.

"The London Scene" is a collection of essays written by one of London''s most acclaimed writers. Virginia Woolf was born and lived much of her life in the city, using it as the backdrop for many of her works. She was a fervent walker and her keen eye keeps pace as she strides across the city that she loved above all others."The London Scene" begins in the docks of the east and flows against the Thames tide westwards, following the commercial pulse of the city from the disembarkment of goods at Tilbury to the crowds of shoppers on Oxford Street, before winding on majestically to the grand buildings of the City and Westminster.Virginia Woolf pauses to admire the splendour of St. Paul''s and the austerity of Westminster Abbey. She visits the spartan houses of literary men, and concludes her walk with a wry look at the House of Commons. With specially commissioned illustrations by Suzanne Barton.

Lytton Strachey fue el crítico literario por excelencia del final de la época victoriana; Virginia Woolf ya había escrito cuatro de sus grandes novelas (El cuarto de Jacob, La señora Dalloway, Orlando y Al faro); y ambos brillaban con luz propia en el muy exigente Circulo de Bloomsbury. A lo largo de veinticinco años, mediante la correspondencia que reune este volumen, juzgaron con agudeza sus propias obras y las ajenas, se elogiaron y trituraron, contaron anecdotas mordaces, se burlaron de las extravagancias que ellos no habian cometido y examinaron a sus ilustres amigos con miradas que oscilan entre el cariño y la crueldad.Jus publica por fin una version integra en castellano que incluye varias cartas ineditas descubiertas en años recientes.

Las memorias y reflexiones íntimas de Virginia Woolf en su único libro autobiográfico "Virginia Woolf es dios, nadie ha escrito mejor."Milena Busquets "Igual que James Joyce y Marcel Proust dominó el manejo del flujo de conciencia de los personajes, pero ella añade un valor extra, la sensibilidad femenina."Maria Vargas Llosa 80 ANIVERSARIO DE VIRGINIA WOOLF Publicada postumamente en 1976, Momentos de vida es la unica obra autobiografica de Virginia Woolf. Los seis textos que conforman el libro fueron encontrados a la muerte de su marido, Leonard Woolf, en su archivo, y constituyen un viaje cronologico por los momentos algidos de la vida de la gran escritora: desde su infancia y su adolescencia hasta los origenes del grupo de Bloomsbury, pasando por el despertar de su vocacion o el analisis de su relacion con la Historia. Un magnifico memorial a un mundo desaparecido: el que precedio a la Segunda Guerra Mundial. Reseña:"De lejos, el libro mas importante sobre Virginia Woolf, publicado desde su muerte."Angus Wilson, The Observer

Considerado como um dos principais trabalhos da escritora inglesa Virginia Woolf, "AO FAROL: TO THE LIGHTHOUSE" apresenta o cotidiano da família Ramsay e de seus amigos em sua casa de veraneio nas ilhas Hebridas, tendo como pano de fundo os acontecimentos e os traumas da Primeira Guerra Mundial. Escrito a partir de inumeras perspectivas, alternando entre personagens e periodos de tempo com grande elegancia poetica, o romance no se centra em apenas uma trama, pelo contrario, apresenta um painel verbal sobre cada um dos membros da familia, seus amigos e suas viagens a Escocia entre 1910 e 1920, desvendando as recordaçes de infancia de seus personagens e como essas influenciaram suas relaçes na vida adulta. O romance, dividido em tres partes, apresenta em sua primeira seço a personagem de Mrs. Ramsay, a lente atraves da qual se organiza a maioria dos pontos-de-vista da historia, alem de tambem apresentar seu filho, em cujo desejo de seguir "ao farol" repousa todo o impeto narrativo. Na segunda parte, o Farol permanece vazio como um marco narrativo para a passagem do tempo e para a morte de varios personagens. Na terceira e ultima parte, o restante da familia finalmente segue para seu destino e o romance transforma-se em um libelo sobre o amor, a perda e a criatividade. Publicado em 1927, a obra seria um verdadeiro marco na reconhecida bibliografia da escritora e no desenvolvimento da literatura modernista na Inglaterra. Geralmente apontada como uma de suas mais elegantes realizaçes, "AO FAROL: TO THE LIGHTHOUSE" recebeu o Prix Femina em 1928 e propiciou a escritora o reconhecimento em vida como uma das mais importantes escritoras inglesas de sua geraço. A obra no foi somente um sucesso de critica, mas tambem um sucesso de vendas atingindo um amplo espectro de todas as classes sociais.

Rachel Vinrace embarks for South America on her fathers 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 Woolfs later novel, Mrs. Dalloway. Two of the other characters were modeled after important figures in Woolfs life. St John Hirst is a fictional portrayal of Lytton Strachey and Helen Ambrose is to some extent inspired by Woolfs sister, Vanessa Bell. And Rachels journey from a cloistered life in a London suburb to freedom, challenging intellectual discourse and discovery very likely reflects Woolfs own journey from a repressive household to the intellectual stimulation of the Bloomsbury Group.

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