Ariel's Gift

The exploration of Ted Hughes's complex relationship with Sylvia Plath unfolds through Erica Wagner's analysis of Birthday Letters, a collection of poems written over twenty-five years. Wagner delves into the interplay between their lives and writings, offering insightful commentary that connects Hughes's poems to Plath's own work. This examination reveals the emotional and creative dynamics of their marriage, while providing a nuanced understanding of the impact their relationship had on their literary legacies.