“What we are tempted to call a disaster is sometimes the first, painful stage of a blessing.”
Quote by Stephen Mitchell
Work
The Frog Prince: A Fairy Tale for Consenting Adults
This book offers a contemporary twist on the traditional fairy tale of the frog prince, focusing on themes of consent and adult relationships. more
Author
Stephen Mitchell
Stephen Mitchell is a renowned American poet, born in 1943. His poetry is known for its profound emotion and unique style, which has won him a wide audience. more
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