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Woolf, Virginia
1882
1941
Woolf, Virginia Stephen
Stephen, Virginia
Night and Day
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Night_and_Day_(Woolf_novel)
Judy Boss and David Widger
"Night and Day" by Virginia Woolf is a novel written in the early 20th century, specifically during the years of modernist literature's emergence. The story revolves around Katharine Hilbery, an intelligent and contemplative young woman from an esteemed literary family, and her complex interactions with a variety of characters, including the introspective Ralph Denham, who grapples with his own aspirations and societal expectations. The narrative explores themes of identity, class, and the constraints of tradition through the lens of Katharine's life and the choices she faces. The opening of "Night and Day" introduces readers to a Sunday tea gathering hosted by Katharine's mother, which sets the stage for an examination of social dynamics and personal relationships. Katharine, though physically present and engaged in serving tea, finds her mind wandering as she reflects on her surroundings and the people around her, including the awkward newcomer Mr. Denham. His arrival disrupts the established tone of the gathering, highlighting the contrast between the older, established guests and the younger generation's struggle for meaning. Their ensuing conversation reveals Denham's criticisms of her privileged upbringing, as well as Katharine's inner conflict over her family's legacy and the societal expectations placed upon her, providing a rich foundation for the themes that Woolf will continue to explore throughout the novel. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 78.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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London (England) -- Fiction
Young women -- Fiction
Love stories
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Mothers and daughters -- Fiction
Triangles (Interpersonal relations) -- Fiction
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