Orlando: A Biography (with Introduction by M.McQuilling)

Few works have been as audacious, innovative, and profoundly influential in literature as Virginia Woolf's Orlando: A Biography. This remarkable novel defies convention and transcends boundaries, taking readers on a surreal journey through time, gender fluidity, and love. Woolf's Orlando isn't just a book it'san experience! It promises to leave readers questioning, pondering, and marveling at the sheer genius of Woolf's narrative craft.

It's a literary masterpiece inspired by an equally extraordinary muse—Vita Sackville-West, poet, novelist, gardener extraordinaire, and Woolf's intimate friend/lover. The impact of Sackville-West on Woolf's creation cannot be overstated. From her aristocratic lineage to her rebellious spirit against rigid social constructs, from her passionate love affairs with both men and women to her unconventional lifestyle, and the tragic loss of her beloved home due to the laws of inheritance and gender in her time - all these elements found their way into Orlando.

Woolf's brilliance shines throughout the pages, and so does her unabashed love of Vita. It's been referred to as the "longest and most charming love letter in literature.”

This special publication includes a fascinating Introduction by Madeleine McQuilling, answering the question: What or Who is Orlando? Her well-researched, insightful contribution delves into the complexities of Woolf's masterpiece, offering a nuanced understanding of the novel that is sure to enhance the reading of this timeless classic.

Born a man in the Elizabethan era, Orlando lives for centuries, mysteriously transforming into a woman along the way. This transformation isn't merely physical—it delves deep into the psyche of gender identity and expression. The narrative beautifully portrays how societal norms change over time while challenging preconceived notions about masculinity and femininity.

Orlando: A Biography has been hailed as one of the earliest and most significant contributions to LGBQ+ literature. The novel's bold exploration of gender fluidity was groundbreaking when it was published in 1928 and continues to resonate with readers today.

We invite you to enjoy Virginia Woolf's Orlando: A Biography - Aiden Ashlyn's secondQueer Classics offering.

This annotated edition of Orlando: A Biography includes:

• An Introduction by Madeleine McQuilling
• Literary comments and analyses
• Pages of citations of references used in the Introduction
• Original publication photos and illustrations
• The First Edition Cover Design
• A Portrait of Virginia Woolf by Charles Beresford
• A Postscript and Gratitude Page from the publisher Aiden Ashlyn