“People were made of nothing but dust, and I couldn’t see that doctoring dust was a bit better than writing poems people would remember and repeat to themselves when they were unhappy or sick and couldn’t sleep”
Book:the bell jar
Quote by Sylvia Plath
Work
the bell jar
This book is a profound exploration of the psychological struggles of a young woman named Esther Greenwood, who experiences a breakdown while working as a guest editor at a prominent magazine. Set in the 1950s, it delves into the complexities of mental illness, societal expectations, and the search for identity. more
Author
Sylvia Plath
American poet, novelist, and playwright. Her works are known for their profound emotion and unique style, and she is considered one of the most important female writers of the 20th century. more
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