“A man with a talent does what is expected of him, makes his way, constructs, is an engineer, a composer, a builder of bridges. It's the natural order of things that he construct objects outside himself and his family. The woman who does so is aberrant. We have to expiate for this cursed talent someone handed out to us, by mistake, in the black mystery of genetics.”
Quote by May Sarton
Work
Mrs. Stevens Hears the Mermaids Singing: A Novel
In this novel, the protagonist, Mrs. Stevens, embarks on a transformative journey that delves into the depths of her own emotions and the intricacies of her relationships with others. The narrative weaves through various moments of her life, offering a poignant look at the human experience. more
Author
May Sarton
American poet, born on May 3, 1912, and died on July 16, 1995. Known for her profound psychological insights and delicate portrayals of natural landscapes, May Sarton's poetry has had a significant impact on contemporary poetry, earning her numerous literary awards. more
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