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Virginia Woolf

Category Classic Fiction
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Type Fiction
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Language English

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A Room of One's Own and Three Guineas

A Room of One's Own and Three Guineas

Who it's for: Readers interested in feminist literature and Virginia Woolf's essays

Woolf exposes the prejudices and constraints against which women writers struggled for centuries, and argues for a more equal literary establishmentWITH AN INTRODUCTION, PLUS EXTENSIVE NOTES AND REFERENCES BY HERMIONE LEEThis volume combines two books which were among the greatest contributions to feminist literature this century. Together they form a brilliant attack on sexual inequality. A Room of One's Own, first published in 1929, is a witty, urbane and persuasive argument against the intellectual subjection of women, particularly women writers. The sequel, Three Guineas, is a passionate polemic which draws a startling comparison between the tyrannous hypocrisy of the Victorian patriarchal system and the evils of fascism. Why You Should Read? Offers a witty and persuasive argument against the intellectual subjection of women. Provides a critical examination of the prejudices and constraints faced by women writers throughout history. Presents a compelling comparison between Victorian patriarchal systems and the rise of fascism. Delivers valuable insights into the social and intellectual landscape of the early 20th century. About the Author Virginia Woolf is a highly influential English modernist writer. She is renowned for her innovative narrative techniques, stream-of-consciousness writing style, and exploration of psychological depth in her characters. Woolf's work is celebrated for its examination of social issues, particularly those related to women's experiences and societal constraints. Her novels and essays continue to be studied and admired for their literary merit and feminist perspectives.

Highlights

  • Combines A Room of One's Own and Three Guineas in one volume
  • Introduction and extensive notes by Hermione Lee
  • Argues against the intellectual subjection of women writers
  • Draws a comparison between Victorian patriarchy and fascism
  • Witty and persuasive style

Themes

Sexual inequality · Women writers · Patriarchy · Fascism · Feminism

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ISBN 9780099734314
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Questions about this book

What does this volume contain?

It contains two books by Virginia Woolf: A Room of One's Own and Three Guineas, with an introduction and extensive notes by Hermione Lee.

What is the main argument of A Room of One's Own?

It is a persuasive argument against the intellectual subjection of women, particularly women writers.

What is Three Guineas about?

It is a passionate polemic that compares the tyrannous hypocrisy of the Victorian patriarchal system with the evils of fascism.

Who is the author?

Virginia Woolf, a highly influential English modernist writer known for her innovative narrative techniques and feminist perspectives.