Virginia Woolf - Mrs Dalloway: Woolf's novel is a significant example of stream-of-consciousness narration. How does this technique contribute to the novel's exploration of individual consciousness and the interconnectedness of seemingly disparate lives?
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The stream-of-consciousness narration creates a chaotic and incomprehensible reading experience.
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By allowing access to the inner thoughts and feelings of multiple characters, Woolf reveals the subjective and often fragmented nature of individual consciousness while also subtly highlighting the ways in which seemingly separate lives intersect and are shaped by shared historical moments and the urban environment, creating a complex tapestry of interconnected experiences.
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The novel suggests that individual consciousness is entirely isolated and self-contained.
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Woolf's technique primarily serves to provide detailed biographical information about her characters.