Mrs. Dalloway's Midlife Crisis.

  • Published In: Atlantic, 2025, v. 336, n. 3. P. 86 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Kelly, Hillary 3 of 3

Abstract

The article examines Virginia Woolf's novel *Mrs. Dalloway*, highlighting its exploration of midlife crisis and the complexities of aging. Celebrating the centennial of the novel, it notes that Woolf began writing it at age 40, reflecting her own experiences of middle age. The narrative follows Clarissa Dalloway as she navigates her thoughts and memories on a single day, contemplating her life choices and the passage of time. The article emphasizes the themes of transformation and the juxtaposition of life and death, illustrating how Woolf's personal struggles influenced her creative output during this period. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Atlantic. 2025/09, Vol. 336, Issue 3, p86
  • Document Type:Literary Criticism
  • Subject Area:Health and Medicine
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:1072-7825
  • Accession Number:187156130
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