“Freedom was the price of privacy.”
Book:Girl, Interrupted
Quote by Susanna Kaysen
Work
Girl, Interrupted
The story delves into the psychological and emotional journey of a young woman admitted to a psychiatric facility, offering insights into mental health and the complexities of human nature. more
Author
Susanna Kaysen
Susanna Kaysen is an American author best known for her autobiographical novel 'Girl, Interrupted,' which is based on her own experiences at the McLean Hospital psychiatric ward in the early 1960s. more
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