636 results for 'Woolf, Cecil'

The Waves is an astonishingly beautiful and poetic novel that explores the lives of six children growing up and experiencing friendship, love, and grief. Weaving together soliloquies from the novel's...

Britain's Birds A Treasury of Facts, Fiction and Folklore by Jo Woolf is a charming guide to the natural world, packed with fascinating facts and stories about Britain's birds. From the origins of...

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...

Mrs Dalloway, a groundbreaking work of twentieth-century literary fiction, follows a woman as she prepares to host a party and navigates the complexities of her life.Written by Virginia Woolf, this...

A wolf and a sheep fall in love and have a son named Woolf, who is half wolf and half woolly sheep. Woolf's story is one of self-discovery as he tries to find his place in the world. Being different...

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...

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...

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,...

A biography that truly captures the essence of its subject. Hermione Lee's Virginia Woolf is a richly layered portrait of the writer and the woman, balancing the complexities and contradictions of...

Thirty-one essays presented at the twentieth annual international conference on Virginia Woolf come together in this collection to explore her complex engagement with the natural world. This diverse...

When Virginia Woolf comes back to life in the twenty-first century, her presence is met with chaos. Angela Lamb, a woman going through a mid-life crisis, finds herself at the centre of this...

Virginia Woolf's relationship with her servants was complex and multifaceted, reflecting the social tensions of her time. Her reliance on live-in domestics for daily tasks is well-documented, yet it...

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 Woolf: A Unique NarrativeThis intimate portrait of Virginia Woolf, one of the literary giants of the twentieth century, offers a unique insight into her life and writings. Nigel Nicolson's...

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 Woolf Icon by Brenda R. Silver explores the surprising visibility of this cultural icon in both high and popular culture.Silver analyzes how Virginia Woolf's image and authority have been...

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...

Cecil is a nuanced exploration of family dynamics and the complexities of human relationships. Through the eyes of Lady Anne, the wife of Charles Guthrie, we gain insight into her husband's...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

Virginia Woolf's life in Richmond-upon-Thames is often overlooked, but this book sets the record straight. From 1914 to 1924, the famous author lived with her husband Leonard at Hogarth House, where...

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,...

Leonard Woolf: A Biography by Victoria Glendinning is a meticulously researched and compassionate portrait of a complex individual. This biography delves into Leonard's troubled relationship with his...

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...

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...

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,...

The marriage of Virginia and Leonard Woolf was a dialogue about social belonging and exclusion. Their ideas infused their written work and influenced literary modernism through their publishing...

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...

Virginia Woolf's lifelong preoccupation with silence is the subject of this thought-provoking study by Patricia Ondek Laurence. By examining the work of thinkers such as Kierkegaard, Kristeva and...

Woolf Barnato - Man About Town by Anthony Davis is a biography based on true facts and characters. Born into a wealthy family after his father's mysterious death in 1897, Woolf left university to...

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 collection brings together thirty-five essays from scholars who explored the intersection of Virginia Woolf's work with various disciplines. The papers were presented at the 22nd Annual...

Two iconic works of literature, reimagined for the stage by playwright Sarah Ruhl. Chekhov's Three Sisters and Woolf's Orlando are brought to life in these two unique renderings.These adaptations...

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 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...

The Years by Virginia Woolf This novel follows the lives of the Pargiters, a middle-class London family, from 1880 to the 1930s. As they navigate heartbreak, loss, and change, their experiences are...

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...

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...

Cecil the Lost Sheep by Andrew McDonough is a heartwarming story about a sheep's journey home. Based on a biblical parable, this tale explores themes of love and belonging. When Cecil gets lost, he...

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...

Cecil Beaton's Cocktail Book brings to life the decadent drinks and glamorous gatherings of the Bright Young Things. This miniature cocktail book features recipes inspired by the era's most...

The Triumph of Henry Cecil: The Authorized BiographyBy Tony Rushmer, with a foreword by John GosdenThis is the remarkable story of Henry Cecil's incredible comeback, from the depths of despair to the...

The Cecils: The Dynasty and Legacy of Lord Burghley explores the lives of two influential men who shaped the course of English history. William Cecil, Lord Burghley, served as Chief Minister and...

Orlando, a novel of remarkable inventiveness, tells the story of a young nobleman who is born male but feels an intense longing for life as a woman. This witty and exuberant tale explores the...

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...

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...

Virginia Woolf Music, Sound, Language by Elicia Clements explores how sound is integral to Woolf's understanding of literature, examining issues of meaning in language and art, politics of listening,...

Virginia Woolf's Unwritten Histories explores the interconnectedness of her modernism, feminism and understanding of history as a site of knowledge. This book examines how Woolf's historical thought...

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...

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...

Orlando: A Biography offers a unique perspective on Virginia Woolf's modernist masterpiece through an in-depth examination of individual sentences. This collection of 16 original essays explores the...

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...

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...

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...

Virginia Woolf and Vanessa Bell: A Childhood in St Ives This book provides a unique insight into the lives of two of England's most iconic female artists, Virginia Woolf and Vanessa Bell. Growing up...

Harvena Richter's groundbreaking study offers a unique insight into Virginia Woolf's inner world and her innovative approach to novel-writing. This in-depth exploration reveals new aspects of Woolf's...

William Cecil at the Court of Elizabeth I by Stephen Alford is a comprehensive biography that redefines our understanding of the Elizabethan period. This revealing and provocative work explores the...

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...

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...

Cecil Beaton: A Life in Focus Cecil Beaton was a cultural icon of the 20th century, renowned for his captivating portraits and designs for film. In 1980, he entrusted biographer Hugo Vickers with his...

Published in 1925, Virginia Woolf's Mrs Dalloway is widely regarded as one of her most outstanding works of modernist fiction. Its enduring popularity is a testament to the complexity and depth of...

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 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...

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...

The summer home, a place of warmth and noise, where family life is a complex tapestry of emotions. Mr and Mrs Ramsay and their eight children have always made this house their haven, surrounded by...

The Cecils: Privilege and Power Behind the Throne by David Loades For over 50 years, one family dominated England's high offices of state. William and Robert Cecil, father and son, held unparalleled...

Exploring the intersection of Virginia Woolf's work and contemporary art and literature, this collection of essays delves into the ways in which her ideas continue to influence and inspire new...

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...

A Room Of One's Own And Three Guineas is a powerful exploration of the social and political constraints faced by women writers throughout history. Virginia Woolf argues for a more equal literary...

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...

John Cecil Stephenson (1889-1965) A Modernist in Hampstead explores the life and art of John Cecil Stephenson, a painter who underwent a remarkable transformation in his artistic style. Following...

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...

Cecil Rhodes and Other Statues Dealing Plainly with the Past by Robert Calderisi explores the complex legacy of Cecil John Rhodes, a major figure in the British Empire. A century and a half after his...

Published in 1922, Jacob's Room is a landmark novel that marks a significant turning point in the history of the English novel. This edition features the original text as overseen by the author and...

This intimate and unguarded account offers a unique glimpse into the life and work of one of the 20th century's most influential writers. Edited and with a Preface by Anne Olivier Bell, this...

Death and the Language of Happiness by John Straley is a gripping mystery set in a small Alaskan town. When 97-year-old William Flynn accuses his neighbor's husband of murder, he turns to private...

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...

Living in Squares, Loving in Triangles: The Lives and Loves of Virginia Woolf and the Bloomsbury Group by Amy Licence. The lives of two remarkable sisters, Vanessa Bell and Virginia Woolf, are...

Exploring the relationship between vision and aesthetics in Modernist literature, this study examines Virginia Woolf's novels and critical writings to understand how visuality shapes narrative.The...

Cecil Beaton's authorised biographer recounts his fascinating encounters with extraordinary characters in this captivating memoir. Hugo Vickers's life took a dramatic turn when Sir Cecil Beaton...

Behind the Door: A Memoir of the Cecil Hotel's Dark Past Amy Price, former general manager of the infamous Cecil Hotel in downtown LA, shares her personal account of working at one of America's most...

Cecil Beaton: The Royal Portraits offers a fresh appraisal of the photographer's portraits of the British royal family. This book explores how Beaton helped create the public face of the House of...

Cecil Younger's life has taken an unexpected turn. His teenage daughter, Blossom, has launched her own detective agency, and when things don't go as planned, she needs help from an unlikely source:...

Jane Austen, Charlotte Brontë, George Eliot, and Virginia Woolf were women writers who forged lasting bonds with one another. Through letters and diaries, some previously unpublished, their...

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...

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...

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 Life and Times of the Right Honourable Cecil John Rhodes 1853-1902 by Lewis Michell and Mitchell Kennerley is a biography that has been selected for its cultural importance. This work is now in...

A Deadly Discovery: The Woolf & Bell Mysteries Book 1 by Ciar Byrne is a gripping new cosy crime series that will keep you guessing until the very end.When local archaeologist Gideon Rivers returns...

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...

The Cecil Hotel in Los Angeles was once a symbol of the city's rapid growth in the 1920s, its Beaux Arts-style design a beacon of glamour and sophistication. However, beneath its elegant facade, the...

Cecil the Lion Had to Die by Olena Stiazhkina is a powerful exploration of family, identity, and the complexities of Ukrainian history. In 1986, four families in Donetsk, Ukraine, were forever...

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...

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...

Published in 1847, Jane Eyre is a thought-provoking novel by English writer Charlotte Brontë. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century England, the story follows the life of its enigmatic heroine,...