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The Art of Biography - A Collection of Essays

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This collection brings together some of Virginia Woolf's finest biographical essays, offering a fascinating glimpse into the lives and works of prominent writers. Throughout her prolific career, Woolf produced a wealth of work, including novels, short stories, and essays, but she also made significant contributions to the art of biography. Within this volume, readers will find Woolf's reflections on a diverse array of literary figures, including Harriette Wilson, Christina Rossetti, and Roger Fry, among others. Whether she is examining the letters of Lord Chesterfield or the autobiography of De Quincey, Woolf's essays are marked by her keen observational skills, eloquent prose, and deep empathy for her subjects. The title essay, The Art of Biography, delves into the nuances and challenges of capturing a life on the page, offering valuable insights for students of English Literature and anyone passionate about the written word. This collection is a must-have for lovers of literature, offering a rich and engaging exploration of the lives behind the words. Published by Read & Co. Great Essays, this edition is complete with a specially commissioned biography of Woolf, providing further context to the life and legacy of one of the most important writers of the twentieth century.

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  • Språk:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781447469223
  • Bindende:
  • Paperback
  • Sider:
  • 88
  • Utgitt:
  • 14. desember 2012
  • Dimensjoner:
  • 140x6x216 mm.
  • Vekt:
  • 123 g.
  • BLACK NOVEMBER
Leveringstid: 2-4 uker
Forventet levering: 20. desember 2024

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This collection brings together some of Virginia Woolf's finest biographical essays, offering a fascinating glimpse into the lives and works of prominent writers.
Throughout her prolific career, Woolf produced a wealth of work, including novels, short stories, and essays, but she also made significant contributions to the art of biography. Within this volume, readers will find Woolf's reflections on a diverse array of literary figures, including Harriette Wilson, Christina Rossetti, and Roger Fry, among others. Whether she is examining the letters of Lord Chesterfield or the autobiography of De Quincey, Woolf's essays are marked by her keen observational skills, eloquent prose, and deep empathy for her subjects. The title essay, The Art of Biography, delves into the nuances and challenges of capturing a life on the page, offering valuable insights for students of English Literature and anyone passionate about the written word.
This collection is a must-have for lovers of literature, offering a rich and engaging exploration of the lives behind the words. Published by Read & Co. Great Essays, this edition is complete with a specially commissioned biography of Woolf, providing further context to the life and legacy of one of the most important writers of the twentieth century.

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