“I, in my brand new body, which was not a woman's yet, told the stars my questions and thought God could really see the heat and the painted light, elbows, knees, dreams, goodnight.”
Quote by Anne Sexton
Work
Anne Sexton: A Self-portrait in Letters
This book presents a candid look at the life and work of Anne Sexton through her own words. The letters, spanning several years, reveal her struggles with mental health, her relationships, and her development as a poet. 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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