Mrs. Dalloway by Virginia Woolf is a story that follows Clarissa Dalloway, a woman in post-World War I London, as she prepares for a party she’s hosting that evening. The novel takes place in just one day, and through Clarissa’s thoughts and memories, we learn about her past, including her choices in life, her relationships, and her feelings of isolation. Alongside her story, we also follow Septimus, a war veteran suffering from trauma, and explore themes of mental health, time, love, and society. The book captures the inner lives of its characters as they reflect on their lives, dreams, and regrets, all while navigating the pressures and expectations of the world around them.