Sylvia Plath (1932-1963) was a defining figure in twentieth-century poetry, and her vivid, complex work continues to resonate with new generations. In this collection of her letters, much of which is previously unpublished, Plath's unaltered voice shines through, offering candid insights into her personal life. Her correspondence is playful and engaging, addressing family, friends, and professional contacts with her characteristic wit. The letters trace Plath's remarkable literary journey, revealing the origins of her poems, fiction, and journalism. Despite mixed receptions to her work, she remained committed to her creative vision, navigating both acceptance and rejection. A well-read and curious observer, Plath provides intriguing commentary on contemporary culture. Editors Peter K. Steinberg and Karen V. Kukil, renowned Plath scholars, include comprehensive footnotes and an extensive index based on thorough research. Accompanied by photographs and Plath's own drawings, they expertly contextualize the correspondence. This selection highlights pivotal moments in Plath's adolescence, her turbulent undergraduate years at Smith College, her move to England and Cambridge University, and her relationship with Ted Hughes, including a wealth of unseen letters that illuminate their extraordinary creative partnership.
Brieven van Sylvia Plath Reeks
Deze reeks brieven onthult het vroege leven en het ontluikende literaire genie van een bepalende dichteres uit de 20e eeuw. Door de correspondentie met familie, vrienden en professionele contacten komt een geestige, nieuwsgierige en onwrikbare creatieve geest naar voren. De brieven beschrijven haar artistieke ontwikkeling, de oorsprong van talloze werken, en bieden een intiem inkijkje in haar persoonlijke leven en gedachten. Het is een boeiend getuigenis van haar toewijding, waarbij ze zowel acceptatie als afwijzing trotseerde in haar streven naar haar unieke artistieke visie.
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Letters of Sylvia Plath Volume II
- 1088bladzijden
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The second volume of this landmark edition of Sylvia Plath's correspondence.
Letters of Sylvia Plath Volume II
- 1088bladzijden
- 39 uur lezen
Sylvia Plath (1932-1963) was one of the writers that defined the course of twentieth-century poetry. Alongside a selection of photographs and Plath's own drawings, they masterfully contextualise what the pages disclose. This later correspondence witnesses Plath and Hughes becoming major, influential contemporary writers, as it happened.