Virginia Woolf A to Z

Her revolutionary novels and essays have inspired generations of feminists, and her life has aroused both interest and speculation. In Virginia Woolf A-Z, the author's works and autobiographical writings are set in the context of her infamous social milieu. Eight family trees map out the complicated relationships and living arrangements of the Bloomsbury Group, and a chronology gives a quick overview of the major events of Woolf's life. With over 1,300 entries and fifty illustrations, this desktop companion is the ideal antidote to those afraid of Virginia Woolf, and valuable beyond measure to those already familiar with her work.
Her revolutionary novels and essays have inspired generations of feminists, and her life has aroused both interest and speculation. In this comprehensive volume, Woolf's fiction and autobiographical writings are sent in the context of her infamous social milieu. Eight "family trees" map out the complicated relationships and living arrangements of the Bloomsbury Group, and more than 1,300 entries chronicle major life events. 41 photos.

Intended primarily for 'readers who are new to the work of Virginia Woolf, ' Hussey's encyclopedia, the first on Woolf, will nonetheless delight veteran scholars as well, providing both groups with a wealth of basic information about Woolf's works, critical reception, influences, life and times, friends, and family.--Choice

A brilliant compendium equally important and useful for specialists and common readers. Anyone who loves, teaches or studies Woolf and the Bloomsberries will find this entertaining and erudite work indispensable.--Louise DeSalvo, author of Virginia Woolf: The Impact of Childhood Sexual Abuse on Her Life and Work