“Man is a bird full of mud, I say aloud. And death looks on with a casual eye and scratches his anus.”
Quote by Anne Sexton
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
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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