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Linda Wagner‑Martin presents a focused biography of Sylvia Plath, the American poet whose work devastated with emotional depth and lyrical power. Concentrating on Plath’s career, her most significant poems, and her enduring impact on 20th‑century literature, the book provides a scholarly yet accessible portrait of the poet’s life. The biography draws upon Plath’s own writings and contemporary critiques, offering insight into her legacy within Poetry and American literary history.
First publish date: 1988
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Biography
Authors: Linda Wagner-Martin
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