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The Waves
Paperback
Classic FictionGeneral FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781447479130
Publisher: Read & Co. Classics
Published: Feb 13 2014
Pages: 208
Weight: 0.59
Height: 0.48 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
Widely regarded as Virginia Woolf's most experimental and innovative novel, The Waves is a profound exploration of self, identity, and the interconnectedness of human experience.
The Waves is structured around the soliloquies of six distinct characters, whose inner thoughts and emotions are interwoven with lyrical third-person descriptions of a coastal landscape. Through this unique narrative form, Woolf delves into the fluidity of identity and the complex interplay between individuality and community.
First published in 1931, The Waves is a deeply poignant and thought-provoking work that challenges traditional storytelling, making it a cornerstone of modernist literature. It is an essential read for those who appreciate Woolf's groundbreaking approach to narrative and her insightful reflections on the human condition.
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