In the Rhododendrons

In In the Rhododendrons, acclaimed poet Heather Christle weaves a lyrical hybrid memoir exploring the intertwined stories of her mother, Virginia Woolf, and their shared traumatic histories. Following a moment of vulnerability from her mother in London's Kew Gardens, Christle embarks on a profound journey that intertwines family mythologies, historical narratives, and her own buried memories. As she delves into the lives of Woolf and her family, Christle discovers transformative insights about hope and resilience, inviting readers to reflect on their own lives through this deeply moving exploration.