“we are never done with thinking about our parents, I suppose, and come to know them better long after they are dead than we ever did when they were alive.”
Quote by May Sarton
Work
At Seventy: A Journal
This journal explores the thoughts and insights of an individual as they reach the age of seventy, offering a candid look at the journey of life and the wisdom gained over the years. 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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“poetry is first of all a way of life and only secondarily a way of writing.”