Production
Read by: Cori Samuel
Book Coordinator: Cori Samuel
Meta Coordinator: Annise
Artwork
Cover: Lady with a Red Hat, Portrait of Vita Sackville-West, 1918, by William Strang
Inset: First edition of Orlando
Inset: Portrait of Virginia Woof, 1902, by George Charles BeresfordInsert: "The Honourable Victoria ‘Vita’ Sackville-West”, 1910, Painting by Philip de László
Track Title / Length
1 01 – Chapter 1, part 1 0:27
2 02 – Chapter 1, part 2 0:36
3 03 – Chapter 1, part 3 0:26
4 04 – Chapter 2, part 1 0:31
5 05 – Chapter 2, part 2 0:29
6 06 – Chapter 2, part 3 0:27
7 07 – Chapter 3, part 1 0:31
8 08 – Chapter 3, part 2 0:23
9 09 – Chapter 4, part 1 0:24
10 10 – Chapter 4, part 2 0:31
11 11 – Chapter 4, part 3 0:35
12 12 – Chapter 4, part 4 0:29
13 13 – Chapter 5, part 1 0:29
14 14 – Chapter 5, part 2 0:29
15 15 – Chapter 6, part 1 0:31
16 16 – Chapter 6, part 2 0:24
17 17 – Chapter 6, part 3 0:31
18 18 – Chapter 6, part 4 0:26
"Orlando" by Virginia Woolf is a groundbreaking and genre-defying novel that traverses four centuries in the life of its eponymous protagonist, Orlando. Initially introduced as a young nobleman in Elizabethan England, Orlando embarks on a surreal and fantastical journey that involves a mysterious transformation from male to female without aging. This gender-fluid narrative becomes a central theme, challenging societal norms and exploring the fluidity of identity as it follows Orlando through various historical periods, encountering iconic figures, experiencing cultural shifts, and grappling with the constraints of gender expectations. The novel is both a historical pastiche and a metafictional exploration of literature and its conventions. Woolf uses her distinctive stream-of-consciousness style to weave a rich tapestry of language, creating a lush and vivid portrayal of Orlando's internal world. As Orlando navigates the centuries, the novel subtly critiques the roles assigned to individuals based on their gender, offering a nuanced commentary on the limitations imposed by societal norms. The protagonist's journey becomes a metaphor for self-discovery and liberation, and the novel is celebrated for its playful yet profound examination of identity. "Orlando" is a masterful blend of historical fiction, fantasy, and satire, defying categorization and showcasing Woolf's innovative narrative techniques. The novel's enduring relevance lies in its exploration of timeless themes such as the fluidity of gender, the passage of time, and the quest for personal authenticity, making it a landmark work in 20th-century literature.
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Item Info | |
EAN - DVD case | 0674012595825 |
EAN - CD jacket | 0674012595832 |
Media | MP3 CD |
Package | DVD case, CD jacket, CD security sleeve, download zip file |
Author | Virginia Woolf (October 28, 1882 – March 28, 1941) |
Year | 1927 |
Recording | |
Read by | Cori Samuel |
Length | 7 hours 50 minutes |
Type of Reading | Solo |
Orlando
- Author: Virginia Woolf
- Product Code: DB-1357
- Availability: In Stock
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