Francesca Wade
Author of Square Haunting, a book examining Virginia Woolf's time in Bloomsbury alongside four other influential women. Also known for writing a biography of Gertrude Stein.
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Jun 25, 2025 • 40min
The Best-Paid Woman in NYC
Francesca Wade, author of *Square Haunting*, delves into the life of Belle da Costa Greene, J.P. Morgan's personal librarian who transformed a private collection into a public treasure. They discuss Greene's fascinating identity struggles, specifically her decision to conceal her African American heritage. Wade uncovers Greene's long-distance relationship with art historian Bernard Berenson and her strategic maneuvers in a male-dominated field. The conversation reflects on Greene's significant contributions to librarianship and the complex legacy she left behind.
Mar 4, 2025 • 40min
Virginia Woolf: life of the week
Francesca Wade, author of Square Haunting, delves into the life and literature of Virginia Woolf, illuminating her revolutionary impact on women's roles in society. They discuss Woolf's vibrant time with the Bloomsbury Group, her poignant love affair with Vita Sackville-West, and her turbulent struggles with mental health. Highlighting her transformative works like 'To the Lighthouse' and 'Mrs Dalloway,' Wade reveals how Woolf's innovative narrative techniques and personal experiences shaped her legacy as a feminist icon.
