The Lectures, Essays and Literary Criticism of Virginia Woolf

by Virginia Woolf

Overview

This volume brings together a remarkable collection of Virginia Woolf's most insightful and thought-provoking works on literature and the craft of writing.

From the intricacies of American fiction to the timeless genius of Jane Austen and Daniel Defoe, this volume offers readers an unparalleled glimpse into Woolf's brilliant mind as she explores a diverse range of subjects. Whether discussing the revolutionary impact of modern fiction or the enduring qualities of classic literature, Woolf's observations remain as relevant and compelling today.

Essays Include:

• Joseph Conrad
• 'Jane Eyre' and 'Wuthering Heights'
• Henry James: The Old Order
• Modern Fiction
• Defoe
• Sir Walter Scott. The Antiquary
• American Fiction
• Jane Austen

Published by Read & Co. Great Essays, this edition is complete with a specially commissioned biography of Woolf, providing further insight into the life and legacy of one of the twentieth century's most influential writers. This collection is an essential addition to the library of any literature lover or Woolf enthusiast.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781447479284
Publisher:	Read & Co. Great Essays
Publication date:	02/13/2014
Pages:	336
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.75(d)
Age Range:	5 - 17 Years

About the Author

Virginia Woolf (1882-1941) was an English writer, born in South Kensington, London. Known for her feminist writings and pioneering work with the narrative style of stream of consciousness, Woolf is widely considered to be one of the most influential modernist writers of the 20th century. Some of her most famous works include Mrs. Dalloway, 1925, To the Lighthouse, 1927, and A Room of One's Own, 1929.

Date of Birth:

January 25, 1882

Date of Death:

March 28, 1941

Place of Birth:

London

Place of Death:

Sussex, England

Education:

Home schooling