Orlando: A Biography - Exploring Time Gender and Identity in a Lyrical Tale of Love and Art

Virginia Woolf

Sinopsis

Virginia Woolf's "Orlando: A Biography" stands as a remarkable exploration of gender, identity, and the fluid nature of time. Written in a modernist style, the novel unfolds the tale of its protagonist, Orlando, who transcends the conventional boundaries of gender and societal expectations. Spanning over three centuries, the narrative stitches together historical reality and imaginative fiction, blending elements of biography with an experimental prose that challenges traditional storytelling conventions. The novel's playful tone and richly woven symbolism invite readers to reconsider the constructs of identity, art, and the passage of time within a socio-political framework. Woolf, an influential figure of the Bloomsbury Group, drew inspiration from her fascination with androgyny and her own experiences navigating the literary world as a woman. Her relationship with Vita Sackville-West, a poet and novelist who inspired Orlando'Äôs character, illuminates the personal context from which this groundbreaking work emerged. Relying on her keen insights into the intricacies of life, love, and artistic expression, Woolf crafts a narrative that reflects the complexities of human experience. "Orlando: A Biography" is a must-read for those interested in feminist literature, modernism, and the intricate tapestry of human identity. Woolf'Äôs innovative narrative invites readers to reflect on their own perceptions of self and time, making this work both timeless and provocative.

Disponible desde: 05/12/2023.

Longitud de impresión: 335 páginas.

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