109 results for 'Despentes, Virginie'

King Kong Theory is a powerful and provocative autobiography that shatters common attitudes about sex and gender. Written by Virginie Despentes, this candid account draws from personal experience to...

Vernon Subutex Three is the final volume in Virginie Despentes' epic rock and roll trilogy. When Vernon returns to Paris, he learns that his old friend Charles has died and left him half of a lottery...

Baise-Moi is a provocative and unflinching novel that explores the darker aspects of female desire and rebellion. The story follows two women, Manu and Nadine, who have reached their breaking point...

Apocalypse Baby by Virginie Despentes is a fast-paced feminist thriller that exposes the dark heart of contemporary youth culture. A wayward teenage girl on the run, Valentine, is pursued by two...

Virginie Despentes' King Kong Theory is a candid and provocative account of her life and experiences. She challenges common attitudes towards sex, gender, and violence, drawing from personal...

Vernon Subutex One by Virginie Despentes is a gripping novel about an urban legend who finds himself down and out on the streets of Paris. After losing his savings, unemployment benefit, and friend,...

Vernon Subutex Two by Virginie Despentes is a darkly comedic and scathing novel that follows Vernon Subutex, a former record shop proprietor turned homeless messiah and guru. When Aïcha sets out to...

Virginia Woolf and Vita Sackville-West's creative intimacy is explored in this study of their relationship and work. The authors examine how the two women navigated their situation as married...

The Letters of Virginia Woolf: 1932-1935Edited by Nigel Nicolson and Joanne Trautmann, this volume covers the final years of Virginia Woolf's life, during which she was working on her memoirs. The...

Virginia's Sisters: an anthology of women's writing brings together stories and poems from some of the most influential female voices of the 20th century. This collection features works by renowned...

Discover the remarkable story of Virginia Woolf, a writer whose work continues to captivate audiences eighty years after her death. At just twenty-five, she felt at a crossroads in life and writing,...

Steve Andreas explores the work of family therapy pioneer Virginia Satir, renowned for her innovative techniques to help people solve problems in relationships.Satir's approach is characterized by...

Virginia Wolf is a heartwarming story about two sisters and their special bond. When Virginia feels particularly wolfish, her sister Vanessa must find a way to help her feel better.The only solution...

Virginia Woolf: A Writer's Life by Lyndall Gordon explores the inner world of one of literature's most enigmatic figures. Through a deep understanding of her life and work, Gordon reveals the...

Virginia Mayo: The Best Years of My Life Born in St. Louis, Missouri, in 1920, Virginia Mayo was a child who defied convention. She had a passion for performing, and her early years were filled with...

Virginia Woolf: A Life ReimaginedHermione Lee offers a fresh perspective on Virginia Woolf's life, exploring her historical context and the complex questions that continue to fascinate us today.This...

Two years have passed since the bloody uprising in Ireland and Prime Minister Pitt looks to Catholic emancipation to heal the wounds. However, feelings are running high and there are those who will...

When Virginia's world is turned upside down, she finds an unlikely ally in the young girl who lives next door. A chance to make a difference, and a chance to heal her own heart, become intertwined in...

Discover the charms of Virginia with this comprehensive guide. Expertly written and illustrated, it's packed with insider tips and practical information to help you make the most of your visit.From...

Eric Warner's study of Virginia Woolf's novel provides insight into its place within her oeuvre and the literary landscape of the time. The Waves is examined in relation to Woolf's career, her...

Discover the rich history behind Virginia's famous barbecue. With over four hundred years of tradition, Virginians claim to have invented southern-style barbecue.The unique blend of ingredients and...

Virginia Woolf lived in Richmond-upon-Thames for ten years, from 1914 to 1924, and it was here that she found a sense of peace and inspiration. Contrary to popular opinion, the town held a special...

This comprehensive collection brings together Virginia Woolf's most significant essays, showcasing her depth and breadth of intellect. From feminist themes to incisive critiques of literary giants,...

Vita & Virginia explores the extraordinary relationship between two women, whose letters to each other over twenty years reveal their thoughts on everyday life, friendships, literature and themselves...

Alan Bennett's collection of television scripts is a witty and insightful look at life as it is lived. Published to coincide with a retrospective of his work, this volume features four notable...

Virginia Woolf and the Fictions of Psychoanalysis brings a fresh perspective to her work, exploring the connections between psychoanalytic theory and her writing. Elizabeth Abel's insightful analysis...

Virginia Satir: Foundational Ideas explores the fundamental principles that underpin her approach to therapy and education. A pioneer in family therapy, Dr. Satir's work has had a profound impact on...

West Virginia: The Illegal State by Jeremy T.K. Farley explores the creation of West Virginia as an unconstitutional act and its lasting impact on the state's history. The author, a native of Mingo...

Twenty-nine essays by one of the finest essayists of the 20th Century, Virginia Woolf, are collected here in this comprehensive volume.Widely regarded for her insightful and innovative writing on...

Discover the intimate and playful correspondence between two literary giants, Vita Sackville-West and Virginia Woolf, in this collection of letters and diary entries.Their relationship, which spanned...

These 23 exceptional short stories showcase Virginia Woolf's development and evolution as a writer in beautiful poetic prose. From intimate details of life to classic modernist pieces, this...

The Collected Essays of Virginia WoolfA comprehensive collection of twenty-nine essays by one of the most influential writers of the 20th century, showcasing her unique insights into feminist,...

The Langhorne sisters were at the pinnacle of society from the end of the Civil War through the Second World War. Born into poverty in Virginia, they went on to leave a trail of rich husbands, fame,...

Quentin Bell's biography of Virginia Woolf is a deeply personal and insightful exploration of her life and work.Originally published in two volumes, this acclaimed biography delves into Virginia...

The Cambridge Companion to Virginia Woolf provides authoritative information about this influential author's life and work. Fully revised to reflect new scholarship, the second edition includes...

When ten-year-old Derek and eight-year-old Sam move to Virginia with their family, they have no idea what adventures the summer will bring. As they explore their old house and the surrounding woods,...

The Short Stories of Virginia WoolfThis collection brings together 23 exceptional short stories that showcase Virginia Woolf's development and evolution as a writer. Through beautiful poetic prose,...

A collection of twenty-nine essays by Virginia Woolf, spanning topics from literature and feminism to art and biography.These writings showcase Woolf's unique voice and insight, offering a glimpse...

Spanning from 1925 to 1930, this volume of Virginia Woolf's diary chronicles a pivotal period in her life and literary career. During these years, she published four of her most celebrated works: Mrs...

This comprehensive volume showcases Virginia Woolf's mastery of short fiction, featuring almost fifty sketches and stories that span thirty-five years of her most innovative writing.From early works...

The Virginian: A Television History, 1962-1971 by Paul Green This book provides an in-depth look at the popular television series The Virginian, which premiered on September 19, 1962. The show's...

This diary chronicles the life of Virginia Woolf from January 1915, a time when she was poised to publish her first novel, The Voyage Out. Over the next four years, Woolf would go on to publish...

A concise study guide for Virginia Woolf's "Mrs. Dalloway", excerpted from Gale's acclaimed Novels for Students. This guide provides a plot summary, character analysis, author biography, study...

Owen Wister's The Virginian is a seminal work of American literature, exploring the complexities of the American West through the story of a young man's courtship with a schoolteacher. Set against...

Transcribed from Virginia Woolf's holograph manuscript, this edition provides an unparalleled glimpse into the creative process of one of the 20th century's most influential writers.The careful...

The Original Shades of Gray A Novel of the Civil War in Virginia is a historical fiction novel that explores the complexities of war and loyalty. Set against the backdrop of the American Civil War,...

With Lee in Virginia A Story of the American Civil War by George Alfred Henty. In this historical novel, a young man's loyalty is tested when he is tasked with caring for a field hand. The young man...

The Diary of Virginia Woolf by Virginia Woolf is a unique and intimate account of her life in the early 20th century. In this diary, Woolf shares her thoughts, feelings, and experiences as she...

This collection brings together Virginia Woolf's most insightful and thought-provoking works on literature and writing. Woolf explores a diverse range of subjects, from the intricacies of American...

This second volume in a series by Louise Pledge Heath Foley helps researchers trace their colonial and immigrant ancestors in Charles City County and its southern part, which became Prince George...

Virginia Woolf's Essays on the Self is a thought-provoking collection that explores questions of identity and individual experience over two decades. Spanning from 1937 to 1958, these thirteen essays...

Learn Lithuanian with Complete Lithuanian, a comprehensive course that takes you from beginner to confident speaker. Updated to make your language learning experience fun and interactive, this course...

Virginia Woolf's essays offer a unique insight into her thinking as a writer and critic. Published in various literary journals during the early 20th century, these pieces showcase her expertise on...

A searing portrayal of marriage and relationships, this play follows a night of intense confrontation and revelation as a middle-aged couple's guests become embroiled in their private struggles. As...

This volume of Virginia Woolf's diary spans 1931 to 1935, a period marked by personal loss and external turmoil. As she navigates the complexities of her writing life and the changing world around...

The Diary of Virginia Woolf by Virginia Woolf is a poignant and introspective account of her final years. Spanning four days before her death at 59, this concluding volume of her diary chronicles the...

Discover the enchanting world of Virginia Woolf's garden at Monk's House, a haven that inspired some of her most celebrated works.This beautifully illustrated book takes you on a journey through the...

Discover the story of wine in Virginia, from its humble beginnings at Jamestown to the thriving world-class industry of today. Beyond Jefferson's Vines is the complete history of wine in Virginia,...

Virginia Lee Burton's timeless stories have been entertaining children and families for over sixty years. This collection brings together four of her most popular tales, each featuring complete and...

The Waves is a poetic and experimental novel that explores the human experience through the thoughts and interior soliloquies of its six characters. Set against the backdrop of the sea, the story...

Virginia Woolf and Vanessa Bell: A Very Close Conspiracy is a moving biography that explores the intricate relationship between two remarkably artistic women who jointly created the Bloomsbury Group...

Explore the Best of Virginia and Maryland with This Comprehensive Guide Moon Virginia & Maryland is your ultimate travel companion for discovering the rich history, stunning landscapes, and vibrant...

The Hogarth Press and the Networks of Modernism explores the relationships forged by Leonard and Virginia Woolf through their publishing venture. This collection of essays delves into the impact of...

This collection presents two of Virginia Woolf's most profound and innovative works, showcasing her mastery of narrative form and deep exploration of human experience. At its heart is The Years, a...

American Slavery, American Freedom by Edmund S. Morgan is a thought-provoking study of the paradox at the heart of America's founding. In this book, Morgan explores how the country's struggle for...

The Girl Prince: A Prank that Provoked Debate and Reveal of a Troubling Legacy. In February 1910, Virginia Woolf played a famous prank on the British military. Blackening her face and masquerading as...

All the Lives We Ever Lived: Seeking Solace in Virginia WoolfA deeply personal exploration of family, loss and homecoming, this book weaves together memoir, literary criticism and biography to shed...

A comprehensive study guide to two of Virginia Woolf's most celebrated works, Mrs. Dalloway and To the Lighthouse. This in-depth resource provides an exploration of the author's life, writing style,...

Virginia Satir's Evolving Legacy explores how her groundbreaking therapy approach integrates body, mind and spirit to promote personal growth and healing.This collaborative text by contemporary...

Discover the wisdom of Virginia Woolf in this beautifully packaged gift book. Over 100 words of inspiration from one of the world's most beloved writers, carefully selected and curated from her...

Discover the enduring mystery of America's first English child and the fate of the Lost Colony of Roanoke Island. In 1587, Virginia Dare was born on Roanoke Island in North Carolina, but she vanished...

Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? is a play that challenges conventional norms. At its core, it is a love story about two people navigating the complexities of a long-term relationship...

A Writer's Diary: Extracts from the Diary of Virginia Woolf This personal record spans twenty-seven years, offering a unique glimpse into the life and creative process of one of the twentieth...

Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë is a story of love and revenge. The story revolves around Catherine Earnshaw and Heathcliff, a young man adopted into her family when he was just a boy. After...

This collection brings together three of Virginia Woolf's most celebrated works: Between the Acts, Mrs. Dalloway, and Orlando. Each novel is a masterpiece that has left an indelible mark on modern...

Vile Virginia and the Curse That Got Worse by Issy Emeney is a darkly humorous tale of a girl who's not afraid to speak her mind.When the doorbell rings, Virginia meets Julian, who's been described...

Virginia Woolf's tragic death in 1941 was just the beginning of a mystery. Six decades later, landscape designer Jo Bellamy discovers Virginia's last diary at Sissinghurst Castle, its first entry...

The Infernal Rebel Yell Regimental Wargame Scenarios in Virginia: 1862-1864 by Brad Butkovich This scenario book focuses on ten battles fought in Virginia during the American Civil War, from 1862 to...

Becoming Virginia Woolf: Her Early Diaries and the Diaries She Read explores the history of Woolf's diaries, revealing previously unremarked sources and tracing her evolving sense of possibilities...

A Woman of No Importance: The Untold Story of Virginia Hall, WWII's Most Dangerous Spy by Sonia Purnell is a meticulously researched and gripping history that reads like a thriller. In September...

On May 4, 1864, Ulysses Grant began his campaign to destroy Robert E. Lee's Army of Northern Virginia. With a superior force and resources, Grant aimed to crush the Confederate army rather than...

Trailblazing Women Printmakers Virginia Lee Burton Demetrios and the Folly Cove Designers is a comprehensive history of one of America's longest-running block printing collectives, founded by...

Virginia Woolf's short stories are a masterclass in experimentation and innovation. This collection showcases her unique style and form, shimmering with a peculiar genius that is both captivating and...

English Modernism: A Story of Eclecticism and Creativity In the 1930s and 1940s, a unique cultural movement emerged in England, one that blended the modern with the past. This was a time when artists...

The Virginia Venture: A Fresh Perspective on English Society and American Colonization By Misha Ewen, University of Pennsylvania Press, 2022 This groundbreaking study sheds new light on the role of...

Deep Water is a psychological thriller that builds with subtle, ominous tension. Virginie and Jake's dream honeymoon on an uninhabited island takes a dark turn when they're joined by five strangers...

This fourth edition of a renowned compendium of family histories in Virginia genealogy marks a significant milestone in the field. Edited by the leading authority on Virginia genealogy, John...

Rural Hours: The Country Lives of Virginia Woolf, Sylvia Townsend Warner and Rosamond LehmannThree women, three countries, one transformative journey. In 1917, Virginia Woolf sought refuge in the...

A Passionate Apprentice: The Early Journals, 1897-1909These early journals chronicle Virginia Woolf's remarkable journey from adolescence to established writer. Edited and with a Preface and...

A collection of poetry from the renowned Brontë sisters, published under their pseudonyms in 1846. The poems, written by Charlotte, Emily, and Anne Brontë, offer a unique glimpse into the lives and...

The US Navy's Fast-Attack Submarines, Vol. 2 Seawolf Class (SSN-21) and Virginia Class (SSN-774) By James C. Goodall Schiffer Publishing, 2020 This comprehensive history covers the development,...

This introduction to Virginia Woolf's life and works provides a clear and informative overview of her literary context and major writings. From her novels and short stories to her essays and...

The Army of Northern Virginia and the Army of the Potomac March to Gettysburg, June 22-30, 1863 is the second and final installment of "If We Are Striking for Pennsylvania". This study fully...

The remarkable mothers who shaped the lives of three literary giants are revealed in this fascinating biography. Julia Stephen, Clara Miller, and Aurelia Plath were extraordinary women in their own...

The Reading Room of the British Museum: A Space for Women Writers This study explores the Reading Room of the British Museum as a site of imaginative potential for modern women writers in Victorian...

The Civil Wars of General Joseph E. Johnston: Volume I - Virginia and Mississippi, 1861-1863 by Richard M. McMurry This study offers a fresh perspective on the American Civil War, focusing on the...

The Battle of New Market in the Shenandoah Valley is a pivotal moment in American history. In May 1864, Union General Ulysses S. Grant launched a spring campaign to turn Robert E. Lee's strategic...

The Life and Times of William Masters and Virginia Johnson, the Couple Who Taught America How to Love This is the story of William Masters and Virginia Johnson, two sex researchers who revolutionized...

Virginia Giuffre's life took a dramatic turn at the age of 7, when she was subjected to sexual abuse. Her childhood was marked by turmoil, and she was eventually rescued by the FBI at 14. She then...