Quote by Virginia Woolf

I was in a queer mood, thinking myself very old: but now I am a woman again -- as I always am when I write.

I was in a queer mood, thinking myself very old: but now I a

Summary

This quote portrays the transformative power of writing on the speaker's identity and mood. In a queer state of mind, feeling aged and detached, the act of writing restores the speaker's sense of self as a woman. Writing becomes a catalyst that rejuvenates their spirit and connects them with their authentic nature. It suggests that the act of writing serves as a cathartic outlet, allowing the speaker to find solace and authenticity in their womanhood.

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By Virginia Woolf

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