To the Lighthouse

by Virginia Woolf

Overview

Virginia Woolf's 1927 novel, To the Lighthouse, centers on the Ramsay family and their visits to the Isle of Skye in Scotland from 1910 to 1920. Following modernist traditions, Woolf prioritizes philosophical exploration over plot, employing a narrative style rich in internal thoughts and observations with minimal dialogue and action. The novel is known for its use of multiple focalization, offering varied perspectives on the characters' inner lives.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9798331464103
Publisher:	Barnes & Noble Press
Publication date:	08/27/2024
Pages:	154
Sales rank:	126,702
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.36(d)

About the Author

Virginia Woolf (1882¿1941) was one of the major literary figures of the twentieth century. An admired literary critic, she authored many essays, letters, journals, and short stories in addition to her groundbreaking novels. Her best-known books include the novels Mrs. Dalloway, To the Lighthouse, and Orlando, and the book-length essay A Room of One's Own.

Date of Birth:

January 25, 1882

Date of Death:

March 28, 1941

Place of Birth:

London

Place of Death:

Sussex, England

Education:

Home schooling