Mrs Dalloway

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Set on a pivotal Wednesday in June 1923, the narrative intricately weaves together the lives of various characters, starting with Clarissa as she embarks on a simple errand. Unexpected events, like a plane writing in the sky, disrupt the day, prompting reflections on love and happiness during a reunion with her old partner, Peter. Meanwhile, the story also delves into the struggles of Septimus, a World War I veteran grappling with PTSD, and Richard, Clarissa's husband, who faces his own emotional turmoil. The interconnected narratives culminate in a thought-provoking conclusion.