Description
Explore the powerful and thought-provoking essays of Virginia Woolf in this special Black Classics edition featuring 'A Room of One's Own' and 'Three Guineas'. These iconic feminist essays delve into the significance of women's education, creativity, and the obstacles women have faced throughout history. 'A Room of One's Own' passionately argues for women's independence, using examples from literary figures such as Jane Austen and Charlotte Brontë, while shedding light on the imaginary sister of Shakespeare, whose potential was stifled by societal constraints. In 'Three Guineas', Woolf critically examines militarism, the societal roles of men, and the moral implications of war from a female perspective. This collection not only showcases Woolf's unique voice and intellectual prowess but also serves as an inspiration for contemporary discussions on gender equality, feminism in literature, and women's rights. Perfect for students, scholars, or anyone interested in feminist literature, this comprehensive edition is a must-have for your library. Enjoy insightful essays that stimulate thought and promote empowering narratives for women today. This B-format paperback is brand new, published by Penguin UK in 2019, comprising 432 pages of Woolf's groundbreaking thoughts. Order now and immerse yourself in a profound literary experience that has influenced generations of readers and thinkers.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241371978
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2019
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 432
Description:
Two of Virginia's Woolf most striking essays published together in a new Black Classics edition
A Room of One's Own, based on a lecture given at Girton College Cambridge, is one of the great feminist polemics, ranging in its themes from Jane Austen and Charlotte Bronte to the silent fate of Shakespeare's gifted (imaginary) sister and the effects of poverty and sexual constraint on female creativity. Published almost a decade later Three Guineas breaks new ground in its discussion of men, militarism and women's attitudes towards war. These two pieces reveal Virginia Woolf's fiery spirit and sophisticated wit and confirm her status as a highly inspirational essayist.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241371978
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2019
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 432
Description:
Two of Virginia's Woolf most striking essays published together in a new Black Classics edition
A Room of One's Own, based on a lecture given at Girton College Cambridge, is one of the great feminist polemics, ranging in its themes from Jane Austen and Charlotte Bronte to the silent fate of Shakespeare's gifted (imaginary) sister and the effects of poverty and sexual constraint on female creativity. Published almost a decade later Three Guineas breaks new ground in its discussion of men, militarism and women's attitudes towards war. These two pieces reveal Virginia Woolf's fiery spirit and sophisticated wit and confirm her status as a highly inspirational essayist.