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This engaging summary presents an analysis of Orlando: A Biography by Virginia Woolf, which tells the story of the titular young nobleman who wakes up one day as a woman and lives for centuries without visibly ageing. Through this transformation, Woolf explores love, gender roles and the restrictions imposed on women by society. The character of Orlando was inspired by Woolf’s friend and lover Vita Sackville-West, and was described by Sackville-West’s son as “the longest and most charming love letter in literature”. The novel remains one of Woolf’s most popular novels, and has been studied extensively by academics in the fields of women’s writing and gender studies.
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This engaging summary presents an analysis of Orlando: A Biography by Virginia Woolf, which tells the story of the titular young nobleman who wakes up one day as a woman and lives for centuries without visibly ageing. Through this transformation, Woolf explores love, gender roles and the restrictions imposed on women by society. The character of Orlando was inspired by Woolf’s friend and lover Vita Sackville-West, and was described by Sackville-West’s son as “the longest and most charming love letter in literature”. The novel remains one of Woolf’s most popular novels, and has been studied extensively by academics in the fields of women’s writing and gender studies.
Find out everything you need to know about Orlando: A Biography in a fraction of the time!
This in-depth and informative reading guide brings you:
• A complete plot summary
• Character studies
• Key themes and symbols
• Questions for further reflection
Why choose BrightSummaries.com?
Available in print and digital format, our publications are designed to accompany you on your reading journey. The clear and concise style makes for easy understanding, providing the perfect opportunity to improve your literary knowledge in no time.
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