"The book explores the idea of the self in a very thought-provoking way and is a real treat for Woolf fans who like to analyze the more complex themes and ideas in her works." –
Virginia Woolf Blog "Underpinning all of the essays is the question of what it means to have a sense of self. A question that, in the age of the selfie, seems utterly topical." –Julia Bell, Writers' Hub, University College London
"The essays...are sublime moments in intellectual history, while also being entertaining and accessible." –
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