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Standing Female Nude

Carol Ann Duffy
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Standing Female Nude

Fiction | Poem | Adult | Published in 2004

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Carol Ann Duffy

Standing Female Nude

Fiction | Poem | Adult | Published in 2004
Book Details
Pages

64

Format

Poem • Fiction

Setting

Paris, France • Early 20th century

Topic
Gender & Feminism

LGBTQ+
Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In "Standing Female Nude," Carol Ann Duffy portrays the experiences of a person posing as a nude model for an artist. The poem explores themes of vulnerability, objectification, and societal roles, highlighting the contrast between the art creator and the subject. The individual reflects on the transaction, revealing insights into identity and the dynamics of the artist-model relationship.

Contemplative

Mysterious

Melancholic

Gritty

Bittersweet

Reviews & Readership

4.1

378 ratings

62%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Carol Ann Duffy's Standing Female Nude is praised for its vivid imagery and exploration of diverse voices. Critics commend her ability to capture the complexity of human experiences with wit and empathy. Some find the thematic variety disjointed, but many appreciate the emotional depth and innovative use of language, which cement Duffy's reputation as a significant contemporary poet.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Standing Female Nude?

Readers who appreciate Standing Female Nude by Carol Ann Duffy are likely drawn to evocative poetry exploring themes of gender, power, and art. Fans of Sylvia Plath's Ariel or Margaret Atwood's Morning in the Burned House may find similar resonance and depth in Duffy's candid, imaginative verse.

4.1

378 ratings

62%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

64

Format

Poem • Fiction

Setting

Paris, France • Early 20th century

Topic
Gender & Feminism

LGBTQ+
Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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