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The Waves by Virginia Woolf
The Waves by Virginia Woolf
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The Waves
by Virginia Woolf
"I desire perpetuity; the moment fades. We are the mouth of the river; we breathe together, and we die together..."
🖋️ MODERNIST LITERATURE | LITERARY FICTION | PSYCHOLOGICAL REALISM
A groundbreaking masterpiece of modernist literature that challenges traditional narrative conventions through its profound use of stream-of-consciousness.
Extended Synopsis
In The Waves, Virginia Woolf delivers a profound exploration of human consciousness, identity, and the relentless passage of time. Structured not through traditional plot mechanics but via a series of interwoven interior monologues, the novel intimately traces the lives of six childhood friends. From their early years through adulthood and into their twilight, the characters navigate the complexities of relationships, personal ambition, and the inevitability of death.
This visionary work captures the inner worlds of its characters with an unprecedented level of depth and lyricism. By focusing on psychological realism rather than external events, Woolf challenges the boundaries of literary form. The Waves stands as a monumental achievement in 20th-century literature, continuing to influence generations of writers and captivate readers with its breathtaking poetic prose.
About the Author
Virginia Woolf (1882–1941) was a pioneering English novelist, essayist, and a central figure of the Bloomsbury Group. Recognized as one of the most innovative and influential writers of the twentieth century, she is celebrated for her development of the stream-of-consciousness narrative technique and her profound impact on modernist literature and feminist theory.
Reader Targeting & Academic Utility
- Scholars of Modernist Literature: An essential primary text for analyzing stream-of-consciousness techniques and the evolution of narrative structure.
- Academic Curriculums: Highly relevant for collegiate studies in 20th-century British literature, psychological realism, and gender studies.
- Literary Fiction Enthusiasts: Offers a deeply philosophical and poetic meditation on existence, memory, and the interconnectedness of human lives.
Technical Specifications
| ISBN-13 | 9781840224108 |
| ISBN-10 | 184022410X |
| Format | Paperback (Later Printing) |
| Publisher | Wordsworth Editions |
| Publication Date | 2000 |
| Language | English |
| Subjects | Literary Fiction, Modernist Literature, Classics |
Accolades & Features
- Widely regarded as Virginia Woolf's most experimental and ambitious novel.
- A foundational text in the development of literary psychological realism.
- Praised for its unparalleled lyrical prose and structural brilliance.
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