7 best short stories by Virginia Woolf
May 2020 · 7 best short stories Book 16 · Tacet Books
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Dive into the mesmerizing world of Virginia Woolf, where the ordinary becomes extraordinary. In this collection, Woolf delicately unravels the threads of human consciousness, capturing fleeting moments, hidden desires, and the profound mysteries of existence. Her masterful use of stream-of-consciousness invites readers to explore haunted houses, lush gardens, and the deepest landscapes of the mind. Each story takes you on a journey where time bends, and the smallest details unlock life's deepest truths. A must-read for those eager to experience life from Woolf's timeless and unique perspective.
This collection includes:
A Haunted House: A ghostly couple wanders through a house in search of a hidden treasure. As echoes of the past resound, mysteries shroud the house, and its silent shadows hold untold secrets.
Kew Gardens: In a vibrant garden, lives intertwine, revealing memories, desires, and hidden secrets, scattered through conversations and nature's slow rhythms.
An Unwritten Novel: During a train journey, a woman imagines the life of another passenger. Through silent thoughts and speculative dialogues, she delves into the mysteries of human existence.
Solid Objects: After a heated argument, one of two friends becomes fascinated by a piece of glass found on a beach. This obsession with discarded objects transforms his life, diverting him from a once-promising future.
The Mark on the Wall: While staring at a mark on the wall, the narrator embarks on a series of reflections about life, time, and perception. What seems simple reveals far more than expected.
Mrs. Dalloway in Bond Street: While shopping for gloves, Mrs. Dalloway reflects on life, encounters, and memories, immersed in the pulse of London. Every mundane detail stirs deep recollections.
The Lady in the Looking Glass: Isabella's life, reflected in a mirror, appears fascinating and mysterious. But as her image sharpens, the truth about her inner emptiness comes to light.
This collection includes:
A Haunted House: A ghostly couple wanders through a house in search of a hidden treasure. As echoes of the past resound, mysteries shroud the house, and its silent shadows hold untold secrets.
Kew Gardens: In a vibrant garden, lives intertwine, revealing memories, desires, and hidden secrets, scattered through conversations and nature's slow rhythms.
An Unwritten Novel: During a train journey, a woman imagines the life of another passenger. Through silent thoughts and speculative dialogues, she delves into the mysteries of human existence.
Solid Objects: After a heated argument, one of two friends becomes fascinated by a piece of glass found on a beach. This obsession with discarded objects transforms his life, diverting him from a once-promising future.
The Mark on the Wall: While staring at a mark on the wall, the narrator embarks on a series of reflections about life, time, and perception. What seems simple reveals far more than expected.
Mrs. Dalloway in Bond Street: While shopping for gloves, Mrs. Dalloway reflects on life, encounters, and memories, immersed in the pulse of London. Every mundane detail stirs deep recollections.
The Lady in the Looking Glass: Isabella's life, reflected in a mirror, appears fascinating and mysterious. But as her image sharpens, the truth about her inner emptiness comes to light.
About the author
Born into a privileged English household in 1882, author Virginia Woolf was raised by free-thinking parents. She began writing as a young girl and published her first novel, The Voyage Out, in 1915. She wrote modernist classics including Mrs. Dalloway, To the Lighthouse and Orlando, as well as pioneering feminist works, A Room of One's Own and Three Guineas. In her personal life, she suffered bouts of deep depression. She committed suicide in 1941, at the age of 59.
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