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Plot Summary of To the Lighthouse
"It's a traditional stream of consciousness novel, this story takes place in twenty-four hours (though during the middle several years pass at the same time as hours), and is quite an indictment of traditional male dominance, though not directly. The book is a whirlwind of symbol and emotion. It's one of my favorite books."
David J. Peterson, Resident Scholar



Review Analysis of To the Lighthouse
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Plot
Time/era of story - 1900-1920's
Is this an adult or child's book? - Adult or Young Adult Book
Ethnic/regional/gender life Yes
Woman's story? Yes

Main Character
Profession/status: - artist
Age: - 20's-30's
How sensitive is this character? - middling sensitive to others' feelings
Sense of humor - Mostly serious with occasional humor
Intelligence - Average intelligence
Physique - average physique

Main Adversary
Age: - 40's-50's
Profession/status: - writer

Setting
Mountains/Cliffs Yes

Style
Unusual Style: - a lot of stream of consciousness
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