Virginia Woolf

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A WRITER'S DIARY (eBook, ePUB)

Events Recorded from 1918-1941

Beschreibung

Virginia Woolf's 'A Writer's Diary' offers readers a glimpse into the mind of the acclaimed author through her personal journal entries. Delving into the thoughts, struggles, and creative processes of Woolf, the book showcases her unique literary style characterized by introspection and profound observations of human nature. Set in the early 20th century, the diary provides a valuable insight into the life of a female writer during a time when the literary world was predominantly male-dominated. Woolf's elegant prose and candid reflections make this work a compelling and intimate read for those interested in the inner workings of a writer's mind. Virginia Woolf, a prominent figure in the Bloomsbury Group and a pioneer of modernist literature, draws from her own experiences and emotions to offer a raw and unfiltered account of her daily life as a writer. Readers seeking a deeper understanding of Woolf's creative process and the challenges she faced as a female author in a patriarchal society will find 'A Writer's Diary' a captivating and enlightening exploration of artistry and introspection.

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Virginia Woolf, born Adeline Virginia Stephen on January 25, 1882, in London, was an iconic figure of modernist literature. Woolf's work is characterized by its experimental narrative techniques, profound psychological depth, and exploration of the complexities of human consciousness. Her literary career was marked by the publication of numerous novels, essays, and diaries that have since garnered critical acclaim and scholarly attention. A prominent member of the Bloomsbury Group, Woolf's intellectual milieu included some of the most prominent artists and thinkers of her time. Woolf's 'A Writer's Diary,' edited by her husband Leonard Woolf after her death, offers a remarkable window into her literary genius and creative process. The diary entries, collected from her personal writings, span from 1918 to 1941 and illuminate the meticulous craftsmanship behind her novels, the struggles with her mental health, and her insightful reflections on the art of writing. In works such as 'Mrs. Dalloway' (1925), 'To the Lighthouse' (1927), and 'Orlando' (1928), Woolf eschewed traditional narrative structures in favor of stream of consciousness and interior monologue, thus broadening the scope of the novel form. Her essay 'A Room of One's Own' (1929) remains a seminal feminist text, arguing for intellectual freedom and financial independence for women. Woolf's legacy continues to influence contemporary writers and thinkers. Tragically, Virginia Woolf's life came to an end by suicide on March 28, 1941, at the age of 59, near the River Ouse in Sussex.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Musaicum Books
• Seitenzahl: 686
• Erscheinungstermin: 6. Dezember 2017
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9788027235971
• Artikelnr.: 50285314