PODCAST · arts

To the Lighthouse 1927 Reviews of Woolfs Masterpiece

by Various

Virginia Woolfs To the Lighthouse debuted in May 1927, following the success of Mrs. Dalloway, which had solidified her status as an innovative writer. Its release sparked a flurry of reviews across British and American media, with critics offering diverse perspectives on Woolfs literary genius. While many lauded the novel as a flawed masterpiece, opinions varied widely on what those flaws might be. A handful of dissenting voices even dismissed the books significance altogether. This podcast presents a collection of contemporary reviews from notable critics such as Louis Kronenberger, Conrad Aiken, and Edwin Muir, sourced from the Woolf Online website. It includes both standalone critiques and excerpts from broader reviews of new fiction, culminating in Edwin Clarks comprehensive New York Times review from the first half of 1927. Discover the fascinating range of insights from 30 different reviewers on this iconic work!