62 pages • 2 hours read
Virginia WoolfThe Voyage Out
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1915A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
The Voyage Out by Virginia Woolf follows Rachel Vinrace, a young woman who embarks on a journey from England to South America aboard her father's ship, the Euphrosyne. Along the way, Rachel meets a variety of characters, including the Dalloways, Helen Ambrose, and Terence Hewet, who help her navigate the complexities of love, intellectual growth, and self-discovery.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Virginia Woolf's The Voyage Out is a compelling debut, showcasing her early narrative skill and psychological depth. Readers praise the intricate character development and evocative prose. However, some find the pacing uneven and the plot meandering at times. Nonetheless, it's a thought-provoking exploration of identity and societal norms, laying the groundwork for Woolf's later masterpieces.
Who Should Read The Voyage Out?
A reader who would enjoy The Voyage Out by Virginia Woolf typically appreciates early 20th-century literature, rich character development, and introspective narratives. Fans of Woolf’s later works, such as Mrs. Dalloway, and those who admire the complexity found in E. M. Forster's A Room with a View may find this novel particularly engaging.
RecommendedReading Age
18+yearsBook Details
Travel Literature
Coming of Age / Bildungsroman
British Literature
Colonialism / Postcolonialism
Edwardian Era
The Bloomsbury Group
Self Discovery
Society: Colonialism
Values/Ideas: Literature
Gender / Feminism
History: World