Mrs. Dalloway follows a day in the life of Clarissa Dalloway, a high-society woman in post-World War I England. As she prepares for an evening party, the narrative delves into her thoughts and memories, revealing her inner life and past choices. Interwoven with her story is that of Septimus Warren Smith, a war veteran suffering from shell shock, whose tragic fate contrasts with Clarissa's social world. The novel explores themes of time, memory, and the complexity of human consciousness, employing Woolf's signature stream-of-consciousness technique to create a richly textured portrait of life and society.
About the Author
Virginia Woolf (1882-1941) was a seminal figure in modernist literature, renowned for her innovative narrative techniques and profound explorations of the human psyche. Born into an intellectually vibrant family in London, Woolf was a central member of the Bloomsbury Group, a circle of writers, artists, and thinkers. Her works, including To the Lighthouse, Orlando, and A Room of One's Own, challenged traditional narrative forms and delved deeply into themes of gender, identity, and mental health. Woolf's writing continues to influence contemporary literature and feminist theory, cementing her legacy as one of the 20th century's most important literary voices.
