The Silent Woman: Sylvia Plath and Ted Hughes
The Silent Woman: Sylvia Plath and Ted Hughes
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 1995
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Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 1995224
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
2010s
1995
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Silent Woman by Janet Malcolm explores the intricate relationship between biographers and their subjects, focusing on the life of Sylvia Plath through the lens of those who wrote about her. Through detailed analysis, the book examines the complexities of biography, uncovering the challenges and ethical dilemmas faced by writers.
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Review Roundup
Janet Malcolm's The Silent Woman ingeniously dissects the complexities of Sylvia Plath's biography with sharp, insightful prose. Critics praise Malcolm's investigative journalism and ethical quandaries; however, some find her detachment cold. Overall, it's a compelling exploration of truth and narrative in the biographical genre.
Who Should Read The Silent Woman: Sylvia Plath and Ted Hughes?
The Silent Woman by Janet Malcolm appeals to readers interested in literary biography, investigative journalism, and the complexities of truth and narrative. Fans of Robert Caro's The Power Broker and Truman Capote's In Cold Blood will appreciate Malcolm's incisive exploration of Sylvia Plath and Ted Hughes.
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Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
2010s
1995
Adult
18+ years
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