Moments of Being Study Guide & Notes

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Moments of Being consists of a collection of several previously unpublished writings by the renowned, and often controversial, British novelist, Virginia Woolf. Written at various periods of her life and with various personal intentions, the writings essentially explore Woolf's relationship with her past - specifically, her belief that the past can, and should, be a source of personal and creative truth.

The book begins with an extensive introduction by the editor, who presents and develops the thesis that Virginia Woolf's memories of her childhood, and eventually of her adult life, provided substantial material not only for the many novels she wrote but also for her extensive, ongoing self-examination and analysis. The editor also discusses the points in Woolf's life and career at which the various writings were undertaken, commenting on the relationship between level of professional achievement, quality of writing and purpose for writing.

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