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Virginia Woolf

The Voyage Out

Virginia WoolfFiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1915

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Virginia Woolf

The Voyage Out

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1915
Book Details
Pages

375

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

South America • Early 20th Century

Publication Year

1915

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Voyage Out by Virginia Woolf follows Rachel Vinrace, a young woman who embarks on a journey from England to South America aboard her father's ship, the Euphrosyne. Along the way, Rachel meets a variety of characters, including the Dalloways, Helen Ambrose, and Terence Hewet, who help her navigate the complexities of love, intellectual growth, and self-discovery.

Contemplative

Melancholic

Emotional

Nostalgic

Mysterious

Reviews & Readership

3.8

11,937 ratings

62%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Virginia Woolf's The Voyage Out is a compelling debut, showcasing her early narrative skill and psychological depth. Readers praise the intricate character development and evocative prose. However, some find the pacing uneven and the plot meandering at times. Nonetheless, it's a thought-provoking exploration of identity and societal norms, laying the groundwork for Woolf's later masterpieces.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Voyage Out?

A reader who would enjoy The Voyage Out by Virginia Woolf typically appreciates early 20th-century literature, rich character development, and introspective narratives. Fans of Woolf’s later works, such as Mrs. Dalloway, and those who admire the complexity found in E. M. Forster's A Room with a View may find this novel particularly engaging.

3.8

11,937 ratings

62%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

375

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

South America • Early 20th Century

Publication Year

1915

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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