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“But he could not taste, he could not feel. In the teashop among the tables and the chattering waiters the appalling fear came over him- he could not feel. He could reason; he could read, Dante for example, quite easily…he could add up his bill; his brain was perfect; it must be the fault of the world then- that he could not feel.”

Quote by Virginia Woolf

Book:Mrs. Dalloway - Broadview Edition
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Mrs. Dalloway - Broadview Edition

This Broadview Edition of Mrs. Dalloway features Virginia Woolf's seminal work, which is renowned for its innovative narrative structure and profound psychological insight. Set on a single day in London, the novel delves into the thoughts and experiences of Clarissa Dalloway, a woman reflecting on her life and the lives of those around her, while simultaneously illustrating the broader social and psychological dynamics of the time. more

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Virginia Woolf
Virginia Woolf

British modernist writer, known for her unique narrative techniques and profound portrayal of female experience. Her works include 'To the Lighthouse' and 'Mrs. Dalloway'. more

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