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Quote by Anne Sexton

“Don't bite till you know if it's bread or stone.”

Quote by Anne Sexton

Book:The Awful Rowing Toward God

Work

The Awful Rowing Toward God

This novel delves into the profound and often tumultuous journey of self-discovery and faith, as the protagonist grapples with life's mysteries and the search for meaning. more

Author

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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