{"product_id":"9781398819306","title":"The Virginia Woolf Collection","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Virginia Woolf Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e brings together five of the most significant works by one of the most influential writers of the 20th century. This anthology is an essential exploration of Woolf's innovative narrative style and profound thematic concerns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Plot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eThe Voyage Out\u003c\/i\u003e, readers follow Rachel Vinrace, a young woman on a journey to South America, where she embarks on a transformative quest for identity and self-understanding. Woolf's exploration of consciousness and the complexities of human emotion is vividly realised.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eMrs Dalloway\u003c\/i\u003e presents a day in the life of Clarissa Dalloway, weaving through her reflections on love, loss, and the societal pressures of post-World War I England. The novel's stream-of-consciousness technique allows for an intimate glimpse into the characters' psyches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eTo the Lighthouse\u003c\/i\u003e delves into the intricacies of family dynamics during summer visits to a lighthouse, encapsulating the passage of time and the ephemeral nature of life. Its lyrical prose and deep philosophical undercurrents invite readers to ponder the nature of existence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThemes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGender and Identity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Woolf addresses the roles and expectations of women in her society, challenging traditional narratives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTime and Memory:\u003c\/strong\u003e The fluidity of time is a recurring motif, reflecting how memories shape our present.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIsolation and Connection:\u003c\/strong\u003e The tension between individual desires and societal obligations is a central concern in her works.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWoolf's mastery of language and her ability to convey deep emotional truths make this collection a profound literary experience. Readers who appreciate the works of James Joyce or Marcel Proust will find Woolf's insights equally compelling.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arcturus Publishing Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52950657335628,"sku":"9781398819306","price":380.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/4163\/2076\/files\/9781398819306_3d_front.jpg?v=1758063019","url":"https:\/\/foxandfable.com\/en-no\/products\/9781398819306","provider":"Fox \u0026 Fable UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}