Virginia Woolf

Virginia Woolf, known for her essay 'A Room of One's Own,' discusses anger, power, sex, modernity, independence, and transcendence. The podcast explores the humor and gender bias in her essay, reflects on women's experiences in Oxbridge, and explores the unequal distribution of wealth and opportunities. It also examines Shakespeare's privilege and the challenges faced by women writers in breaking free from societal limitations, emphasizing the importance of having a personal space for expression.