TO THE LIGHTHOUSE(Illustrated)

Virginia Woolf

Beschreibung

Special Features:

Illustrated Edition: Featuring 15 compelling illustrations that enhance the reader's experience, breathing visual life into Woolf’s profound narrative.
Summary Included: A concise and captivating summary provides a quick glimpse into the essence of the book.
Characters List: A detailed list of characters aids in deepening the understanding of Woolf’s varied and complex characters.
Author Biography: A unique biography of Virginia Woolf enriches the context, offering insights into the life and mind of the literary maestro.

Embark on a transcendental journey through the realms of consciousness, time, and human existence with Virginia Woolf’s masterpiece, "To the Lighthouse." This illustrated edition, enriched with visually stunning illustrations, invites readers into the ethereal world of the Ramsay family and their companions, exploring the intricate tapestry of their minds and experiences.
"To the Lighthouse" goes deep into the hearts and minds of its protagonists, unraveling their thoughts, desires, and existential contemplations against the hauntingly beautiful background of the Isle of Skye. The novel, a modernist literary landmark, is a symphonic creation of contemplative soliloquies that weaves the unsaid and the felt into a timeless story.
The story, structured in three pivotal movements – "The Window," "Time Passes," and "The Lighthouse" – paints a multifaceted portrait of human nature. From Mrs. Ramsay’s nurturing spirit and Mr. Ramsay’s philosophical quandaries to Lily Briscoe’s artistic pursuits, the characters traverse through the silent corridors of their souls, seeking meaning in the transient dance of life and death.
The luminous prose of Woolf, combined with the innovative stream of consciousness technique, creates a mesmerizing narrative that flows like a river through the landscapes of human consciousness. This edition, adorned with illustrations and accompanied by a concise summary, a detailed characters list, and an insightful author biography, offers an enriched experience of this literary gem.
"To the Lighthouse" is not just a book; it’s a philosophical odyssey that beckons readers to explore the uncharted territories of the human soul, to reflect on the whispers of the unuttered, and to witness the unseen colors of humanity. It’s a luminous journey that resonates with the eternal quest for understanding and transcending the confines of existence, inviting one and all to navigate the ever-enigmatic seas of life.

Verfügbar seit: 09.01.2024.

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