Reconstitution of the Bloomsbury Group

The Bloomsbury Group, a collective of influential writers, artists, and intellectuals, experienced a reconstitution following the disruptions caused by the war. This revival took place under the new name of the Memoir Club, which emphasized self-writing, drawing inspiration from Marcel Proust's work, _A La Recherche du Temps Perdu_. The focus on personal narrative and introspection marked a shift in the group's activities, steering them towards a more reflective and autobiographical approach to literature. The reconvening of the group was spearheaded by Mary ('Molly') MacCarthy, who referred to the members as 'Bloomsberries.' This gathering not only rekindled the connections among the original members but also fostered a creative environment that led to the production of some of the most significant literary works of the 20th century. The Memoir Club became a platform for exploring themes of memory, identity, and the passage of time, which resonated deeply with the postwar context in which they were writing.