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“My safe, safe psychosis is broken. It was hard. It was made of stone. It covered my face like a mask. But it has cracked.”

Quote by Anne Sexton

Book:Words for Dr. Y.: uncollected poems with three stories

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Words for Dr. Y.: uncollected poems with three stories

This book brings together a selection of previously unpublished poems, each accompanied by a corresponding short story. The poems and stories explore various themes and emotions, offering readers a glimpse into the author's creative process and literary style. 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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