“True. There is a beautiful Jesus. He is frozen to his bones like a chunk of beef. How desperately he wanted to pull his arms in! How desperately I touch his vertical and horizontal axes! But I can't. Need is not quite belief.”
Quote by Anne Sexton
Work
Selected Poems of Anne Sexton
This volume presents a curated selection of Anne Sexton's poetry, reflecting her exploration of personal experiences, psychological turmoil, and the complexities of human emotions. Sexton's work is renowned for its raw honesty and emotional intensity, offering readers a glimpse into the mind of a deeply introspective poet. more
Author
Anne Sexton
Anne Sexton was an American poet known for her confessional and autobiographical poetry. Her works delved deeply into personal pain, family relationships, and social issues, profoundly influencing 20th-century poetry. more
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