To the Lighthouse by Virginia Woolf
The Ramsay family's summer holiday is disrupted by World War I.
Summary
To the Lighthouse is a 1927 novel by Virginia Woolf that follows the Ramsay family and their guests on a summer holiday to the Isle of Skye in Scotland between 1910 and 1920. The novel is set in the fictional town of Tresco, and follows the Ramsays and their guests as they navigate the changes brought about by World War I. The novel is divided into three parts, and explores themes of time, death, and the meaning of life.
Interpretation
To the Lighthouse is a novel about the passage of time and the effects of war on the lives of ordinary people. Woolf uses the Ramsay family and their guests to explore the idea that life is fleeting and that we must make the most of the time we have. The novel also serves as a reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of cherishing the moments we have.
Who is this book for?
To the Lighthouse is suitable for readers of all ages, but may be of particular interest to those interested in literature, philosophy, and history.
Keywords
Novel, Virginia Woolf, World War I, Time, Death