The Hours
"The Hours" is a novel by Michael Cunningham that weaves together the lives of three women across different time periods, all connected by Virginia Woolf's novel "Mrs. Dalloway." The story follows Woolf in the early 20th century, a 1950s housewife named Laura Brown, and a contemporary New York City editor named Clarissa Vaughan. Each woman grapples with themes of identity, mental health, and the pursuit of meaning in life. The novel explores how their struggles reflect the timeless challenges of womanhood, creativity, and existential purpose, illustrating the profound impact of literature on individual lives.
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"The Hours" is a novel by Michael Cunningham, published in 1998, which intertwines the lives of three women across different time periods, all connected by Virginia Woolf's 1925 novel "Mrs. Dalloway." The characters include Woolf herself, a 1920s housewife named Laura Brown, and Clarissa Vaughan, a contemporary woman preparing a party for her sick friend. Each woman grapples with themes of mental health, identity, and the constraints of society. The narrative explores how their experiences reflect and echo each other, highlighting the enduring struggles of women throughout time. The story was also adapted into an acclaimed film in 2002.