Lipstick Lust: 3 Lesbian Classic Novels

Lipstick Lust: 3 Lesbian Classic Novels

by Virginia WoolfRadclyffe Hall and Sheridan Le Fanu
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Publication Date: 20/11/2023

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Lipstick Lust: 3 Lesbian Classic Novels is a captivating anthology that weaves together diverse narratives from some of the most profound voices in lesbian literature. The collection explores overarching themes of identity, love, and resilience within a society that often marginalizes and silences. With its eclectic mix of styles, ranging from the stream-of-consciousness prose to gothic storytelling and intimate realism, the anthology paints a vivid tapestry of lesbian life and its complexities. Each piece stands as a compelling testament to the rich literary tradition of lesbian fiction, pushing the boundaries of what it means to be both an outsider and a lover in a world that resists understanding. The anthology brings together the works of Virginia Woolf, Radclyffe Hall, and Sheridan Le Fanu—each writer offering a distinct yet complementary perspective on the lesbian experience. Woolf's linguistic innovation and introspection find resonance alongside Hall's pioneering exploration of gender identity and inversion. Le Fanu adds a spectral quality, deeply rooted in gothic traditions, that precipitates a haunting dialogue on societal norms. This interdisciplinary amalgamation places the anthology at the confluence of modernist, gothic, and early queer literary movements, engaging readers in a rich collage of historical, cultural, and social contexts. Lipstick Lust is a vital resource for readers eager to uncover the multifaceted worlds of lesbian literature through the ages. It invites a reflection on the intricate interplay of voice and theme, enticing readers to immerse themselves in a journey that transcends time and place. A fusion of educational insights and narrative allure, this anthology encourages readers to engage with the vibrant spectrum of writing that these legendary authors embody, offering a window into narratives both poignant and enduringly relevant.

ISBN:
8596547727446
8596547727446
Category:
Contemporary fiction
Format:
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date:
20-11-2023
Language:
English
Publisher:
DigiCat
Virginia Woolf

Virginia Woolf was born in London in 1882. After her father's death in 1904 Virginia and her sister, the painter Vanessa Bell, moved to Bloomsbury and became the centre of ‘The Bloomsbury Group’. This informal collective of artists and writers exerted a powerful influence over early twentieth-century British culture.

In 1912 Virginia married Leonard Woolf, a writer and social reformer. Three years later, her first novel The Voyage Out was published, followed by Night and Day (1919) and Jacob's Room (1922). Between 1925 and 1931 Virginia Woolf produced what are now regarded as her finest masterpieces, from Mrs Dalloway (1925) to The Waves (1931).

She also maintained an astonishing output of literary criticism, short fiction, journalism and biography. On 28 March 1941, a few months before the publication of her final novel, Between the Acts, Virginia Woolf committed suicide.

Radclyffe Hall

Born Marguerite Radclyffe-Hall in 1880, Hall wrote eight novels, the most famous being 'The Well of Loneliness'.

With its overtly lesbian theme, the book was published in 1928, but was deemed obscene and was withdrawn from circulation, not appearing again until 1949.

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