The Legacy is a short story by Virginia Woolf, first published in the collection Monday or Tuesday in 1921. The story follows a woman, Mrs. Dalloway, who is preparing for a dinner party. As she goes about her preparations, she reflects on her life and the legacy she will leave behind. She remembers her childhood, her marriage, and her children, and she wonders if she has made a difference in the world. She also reflects on the legacy of her ancestors, and how their lives have shaped her own. The story is told from Mrs. Dalloway's point of view, and it is a meditation on the nature of legacy and the importance of living a meaningful life. It is a story of self-reflection and introspection, and it is a reminder that our lives are not just about what we do, but also about how we live.
By Virginia Woolf · First published 1944 · Genre: Modernist Literature, Fiction, Literary Fiction