Exploring Bernard's Relationships with Jinny and Neville

In the novel The Waves by Virginia Woolf, the characters frequently reflect on their relationships with one another as they navigate their individual identities. A recurring theme is the struggle between personal desires and the expectations of friendship and society. Bernard, one of the main characters, often contrasts his longing for companionship with his need for solitude, leading to complex interactions particularly with Neville and Jinny. These relationships reveal deeper truths about each character's development as they confront the challenges of their interconnected lives.