Sylvia Plath Poems, chosen by Carol Ann Duffy
Sylvia Plath Poems is a selection chosen by Carol Ann Duffy, presented in a Liberty design edition. Its roughly chronological selection is intended to trace Plath’s poetic development across 160 pages.
At a glance
- Poems selected by Poet Laureate Carol Ann Duffy.
- The selection is described as roughly chronological, following Plath’s poetic progress.
- The listing identifies this edition as featuring a Liberty design.
Often bought together
Pros and cons
Pros
- A named selector and roughly chronological arrangement give readers a guided route through Plath’s poetry.
- The 160-page length offers a focused selection rather than a complete collected works.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | Faber Poetry |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 1 April 2019 |
| Edition | Main |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 160 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0571348513 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0571348510 |
| Weight listed | 181 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 12.9 x 1.1 x 19.8 cm |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers looking for a selected collection of Sylvia Plath’s poems.
- Those interested in a sequence intended to follow the development of Plath’s poetry.
- Readers seeking a poetry gift in the described Liberty design edition.
Less suited to
- Readers who want a complete collection of Plath’s poetry rather than a selected volume.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
76% 76% - 4 stars
14% 14% - 3 stars
4% 4% - 2 stars
2% 2% - 1 star
4% 4%
Aggregate ratings lean strongly positive, with most ratings in the five-star category, but a smaller spread of lower ratings means experiences are not uniform. With no written feedback supplied, the ratings do not explain what readers liked or criticised. They offer only a broad impression of this selected poetry volume, not evidence about its design, editing or contents beyond the listing.
Frequently asked questions
Who selected the poems in this book?
The listing says the poems were chosen by Carol Ann Duffy.
Is the selection arranged chronologically?
It is described as roughly chronological, intended to shadow Plath’s poetic progress.
How long is the book?
The listed print length is 160 pages.
Is this a complete collection of Sylvia Plath’s poems?
It is presented as a selection, not as a complete collection.
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