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Orlando

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"Orlando" by Virginia Woolf, published in 1928, is a unique and genre-defying novel that spans over four centuries and explores themes of gender, identity, time, and artistic expression. The story begins in the Elizabethan era with a young nobleman named Orlando, who becomes the favorite of Queen Elizabeth I. After falling into a deep sleep and waking up as a woman, Orlando experiences the world from a different perspective.

The novel then takes the reader through various historical periods, including the 17th century, the Enlightenment, the Victorian era, and finally, the 20th century. Throughout this journey, Orlando remains the same person despite changing genders and witnessing the evolution of society, politics, and culture.

"Orlando" is a playful and satirical exploration of the fluidity of gender roles and the constraints of societal expectations. Woolf uses Orlando's transformations to comment on the nature of identity, the passage of time, and the enduring power of love and art. The novel is also known for its rich language, lyrical prose, and the innovative blending of historical and fantastical elements.

Woolf's "Orlando" challenges traditional notions of gender and time, offering a thought-provoking and imaginative narrative that continues to captivate readers with its exploration of the complexities of human experience and the concept of self.

GENRE
Fiction & Literature
RELEASED
2024
January 1
LANGUAGE
EN
English
LENGTH
320
Pages
PUBLISHER
Maroo Publishing
SELLER
Khakim Aminov
SIZE
687.1
KB

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