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The Art of Fiction - A Collection of Essays

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This collection of essays on writing by Virginia Woolf offers a profound exploration of the craft and the world of literature through the eyes of one of the twentieth century's most influential modernist authors. Virginia Woolf, a pioneering figure in feminist criticism, used her essays to communicate groundbreaking ideas on social justice, gender, and the nature of fiction. This volume brings together some of her most seminal essays, focusing on the art and intricacies of fiction writing. Within this collection, readers will find Woolf's insightful analyses of classic works such as Jane Eyre and Wuthering Heights, her reflections on authors like Daniel Defoe, Jane Austen, and George Eliot, as well as her thoughts on the evolution of modern fiction. Essays like 'The Russian Point of View' and 'The Art of Fiction' showcase Woolf's ability to blend literary criticism with her unique, lyrical style, offering a rich and engaging exploration of literature that remains as relevant today as it was when first written. Published by Read & Co. Great Essays, this collection is complete with a specially commissioned biography of Woolf, providing readers with a deeper understanding of her life and legacy. Whether you are a devoted admirer of Woolf or new to her work, this compilation is an essential addition to any literary enthusiast's library, celebrating the timeless art of fiction through Woolf's unparalleled voice.

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  • Språk:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781447469216
  • Bindende:
  • Paperback
  • Sider:
  • 206
  • Utgitt:
  • 14. desember 2012
  • Dimensjoner:
  • 140x13x216 mm.
  • Vekt:
  • 298 g.
  • BLACK NOVEMBER
Leveringstid: 2-4 uker
Forventet levering: 20. desember 2024

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This collection of essays on writing by Virginia Woolf offers a profound exploration of the craft and the world of literature through the eyes of one of the twentieth century's most influential modernist authors.
Virginia Woolf, a pioneering figure in feminist criticism, used her essays to communicate groundbreaking ideas on social justice, gender, and the nature of fiction. This volume brings together some of her most seminal essays, focusing on the art and intricacies of fiction writing. Within this collection, readers will find Woolf's insightful analyses of classic works such as Jane Eyre and Wuthering Heights, her reflections on authors like Daniel Defoe, Jane Austen, and George Eliot, as well as her thoughts on the evolution of modern fiction. Essays like 'The Russian Point of View' and 'The Art of Fiction' showcase Woolf's ability to blend literary criticism with her unique, lyrical style, offering a rich and engaging exploration of literature that remains as relevant today as it was when first written.
Published by Read & Co. Great Essays, this collection is complete with a specially commissioned biography of Woolf, providing readers with a deeper understanding of her life and legacy. Whether you are a devoted admirer of Woolf or new to her work, this compilation is an essential addition to any literary enthusiast's library, celebrating the timeless art of fiction through Woolf's unparalleled voice.

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