Virginia Woolf: 3 Essays on Dostoyevsky

di Virginia Woolf (Autore)

Karen Cass (Narratore)

SNR Audio, 2024

In these essays, Virginia Woolf dives into the genius of Fyodor Dostoevsky, viewing him as a writer who breaks the boundaries of form, plunges into the depths of the human soul, and forces readers to confront truths they would rather avoid. Dostoyevsky's emotional intensity, interiority, and willingness to break form influenced Woolf's modernist style and she was a great champion of his work. In these essays— Dostoyevsky the Father, More Dostoyevsky, and Dostoyevsky in Cranford—she examines how biographical portrayals shape our understanding of him. Virginia Woolf (1882 – 1941) was one of the most significant novelists of the 20th century. A pioneering modernist writer and progressive thinker, she is known for her use of innovative literary techniques and influence on feminist criticism. Born in London to a literary family, she became a prominent figure in the Bloomsbury Group, surrounded by intellectuals and artists who shaped her views on feminism and society. Woolf's notable works, including Mrs. Dalloway, To the Lighthouse, and Orlando, explore themes such as identity, time, and the complexities of human relationships. Her writings have left a lasting legacy, positioning her as a vital voice in 20th-century literature and feminism

• Autore: Virginia Woolf
• Narratore: Karen Cass
• Durata in (hh:mm:ss): 00:29:33
• Anno edizione: 2024
• Editore: SNR Audio
• Lingua: Inglese
• EAN: 9781805360452