Exploring Virginia Woolf's multifaceted relationships and literary contributions, this collection features essays on her views on acting, sexual identity, and evolving perceptions of male homosexuality. It delves into Woolf's symbolism and her reflections on reading, alongside historical contexts such as British writers' anti-fascism in the 1930s. The volume also highlights the nuances of her friendships, particularly with the Vaughans, offering a rich examination of Woolf's influence and the complexities of her thoughts and experiences.
Mark Hussey Knihy






Modernism's print cultures
- 220 stránek
- 8 hodin čtení
The print culture of the early twentieth century has become a major area of interest in contemporary Modernist Studies. Modernism's Print Cultures surveys the explosion of scholarship in this field and provides an incisive, well-informed guide for students and scholars alike. Surveying the key critical work of recent decades, the book explores such topics - Periodical publishing – from 'little magazines' such as Rhythm to glossy publications such as Vanity Fair- The material aspects of early twentieth-century publishing – small presses, typography, illustration and book design- The circulation of modernist print artefacts through the book trade, libraries, book clubs and cafes- Educational and political print initiativesIncluding accounts of archival material available online, targeted lists of key further reading and a survey of new trends in the field, this is an essential guide to an important area in the study of modernist literature.
Through deeply poetic prose, the narrative follows the lives of six children from their infancy to death, exploring their connections to the elusive seventh child, Percival. This unique structure and rich language create a profound meditation on identity and existence, offering layers of meaning that reveal themselves with each reading. Celebrated as a significant work of twentieth-century literature, it invites readers to engage with its allusive and enigmatic qualities.
The Years (Annotated)
- 480 stránek
- 17 hodin čtení
The Years chronicles the Pargiter family's journey across three generations, exploring themes of birth, death, and the quest for meaning amidst life's chaos from the late 19th century to the 1930s. The edition includes annotations and an introduction by Eleanor McNees.
Between the Acts (Annotated)
- 288 stránek
- 11 hodin čtení
In Virginia Woolf's final novel, villagers stage their annual pageant depicting England's history amidst personal conflicts and the impending threat of World War II. The book includes annotations and an introduction by Melba Cuddy-Keane, enriching the reader's understanding of this poignant narrative.
This volume of the Woolf Studies Annual delves into significant themes within Virginia Woolf's works. Jane Goldman uncovers hidden suffrage narratives in The Waves, while Lorraine Janzen Kooistra discusses Roger Fry as a defense of Bloomsbury's ideals. Additionally, Janet Winston explores the various discourses surrounding imperialism in To the Lighthouse, offering a multifaceted analysis of Woolf's literary contributions and their socio-political contexts.
Jacob's Room (Annotated)
- 256 stránek
- 9 hodin čtení
Woolf's first modernist novel traces the life of a beloved young man from childhood through his student years to his premature death in World War I. The book includes annotations and an introduction by Vara Neverow, offering deeper insights into its themes and context.