Virginia Woolf, a defining figure in modernist literature, celebrates her iconic novel Mrs Dalloway's centenary. This work epitomizes her exploration of self and society, revealing the intricate relationship between characters' inner lives and social norms. In the narrative, Clarissa Dalloway prepares for a party while intersects with the war veteran Septimus Smith, symbolizing deep connections among individuals. Woolf's journey toward her distinctive voice began with Jacob's Room, influenced by her exposure to post-impressionist art which transformed her narrative style into a nuanced depiction of character and experience.
Woolf's debut in modernist fiction, exemplified in Mrs Dalloway, reflects the disjunction between personal desires and societal expectations through intricate characterizations.
Woolf intended for Mrs Dalloway to uncover the hidden complexities behind her characters, thus creating a narrative that encapsulates the breadth of human existence.
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