A Room of One's Own is an extended essay by Virginia Woolf, the work is based on two lectures Woolf delivered in October 1928 at Newnham College and Girton College, women's colleges at the University of Cambridge.
In her essay, Woolf uses metaphors to explore social injustices and comments on women's lack of free expression. The essay is considered a classic of 20th century feminist literature. It explores social injustices, the role of the writer, and the effects of poverty and sexual constraint on female creativity.
It's a must-read for understanding women's rights progress and the struggles that remain. More than half a century after its publication, this book continues to be an inspiration for women across the globe.