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Orlando

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The narrative follows a poet who undergoes a gender transformation from man to woman, living for centuries and encountering significant figures in English literary history. Drawing inspiration from Vita Sackville-West's family background, it presents a satirical exploration of English literature. Celebrated as a feminist classic, it has garnered extensive scholarly attention in women's writing and gender studies, making it a pivotal work in discussions of identity and transformation.

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Title
Orlando
Language
English
Released
2021
Pages
168
ISBN13
9789355840455
Series
First published
1928
Original title
Orlando
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The narrative follows a poet who undergoes a gender transformation from man to woman, living for centuries and encountering significant figures in English literary history. Drawing inspiration from Vita Sackville-West's family background, it presents a satirical exploration of English literature. Celebrated as a feminist classic, it has garnered extensive scholarly attention in women's writing and gender studies, making it a pivotal work in discussions of identity and transformation.