To The Lighthouse(Illustrated)

Virginia Woolf

Editora: Swish

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Illustrated edition with 20 original illustrations inspired by the novel’s key moments
Includes a detailed summary of the novel
Character list to guide readers through the complex cast
Biography of Virginia Woolf for deeper insight into the author’s life

Virginia Woolf’s To the Lighthouse is a timeless exploration of family dynamics, human consciousness, and the elusive nature of time. Set against the backdrop of the Ramsay family’s summer home on the Isle of Skye, the novel masterfully delves into the inner lives of its characters, capturing fleeting moments and emotional currents with lyrical precision. The novel centers on Mrs. Ramsay’s quiet influence over her family and guests, her nurturing presence contrasted by Mr. Ramsay’s intellectual rigor and emotional distance.
The narrative is divided into three parts, moving from the hopes and tensions of the present to the ravages of time, and ultimately to a bittersweet reunion with the long-awaited lighthouse. Through its stream-of-consciousness technique and symbolic depth, To the Lighthouse explores profound themes of memory, loss, and the search for meaning in an ever-changing world.
This illustrated edition brings the novel to life with 20 captivating illustrations that reflect the mood and atmosphere of Woolf’s prose. In addition to the novel itself, this edition includes a summary, character list, and a biography of Virginia Woolf, offering readers a comprehensive and enriching experience. Whether you are discovering Woolf for the first time or returning to this modernist classic, this edition provides a new way to engage with one of the greatest literary works of the 20th century.

Disponível desde: 04/11/2024.

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