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Exploring themes of gender and identity, this semi-biographical novel follows the life of its protagonist, who experiences centuries of history while changing genders. Inspired by Virginia Woolf's relationship with Vita Sackville-West, the narrative blends historical fiction with a unique stylistic approach, making it a significant work in women's literature and gender studies. Its lasting impact is underscored by a film adaptation featuring Tilda Swinton, showcasing the novel's relevance across different mediums.
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- Title
- Orlando
- Subtitle
- A Biography
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Virginia Woolf
- Publisher
- IndoEuropeanPublishing.com
- Released
- 2011
- Pages
- 198
- ISBN13
- 9781604444353
- Series
- Tags
- Fiction, Love, Women, Classics, LGBTQ+, Gifts for women, England, Feminism, Literary Fiction, Great Britain, English Literature, Adapted for Film, London, Psychological novels, Loneliness, Gender, Writers, Homosexuality, Wandering, Transgender, Transsexuality, Gender Change
- First published
- 1928
- Original title
- Orlando
- Rating
- 3.9 out of 5
- Description
- Exploring themes of gender and identity, this semi-biographical novel follows the life of its protagonist, who experiences centuries of history while changing genders. Inspired by Virginia Woolf's relationship with Vita Sackville-West, the narrative blends historical fiction with a unique stylistic approach, making it a significant work in women's literature and gender studies. Its lasting impact is underscored by a film adaptation featuring Tilda Swinton, showcasing the novel's relevance across different mediums.