The Colossus and Other Poems by Sylvia Plath
The Colossus and Other Poems

Sylvia Plath

The Colossus and Other Poems

Sylvia Plath

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fiction classics poetry reflective slow-paced

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With this startling, exhilarating book of poems, which was first published in 1960, Sylvia Plath burst into literature with spectacular force. In such classics as "The Beekeeper's Daughter," "The Disquieting Muses," "I Want, I Want," and "Full Fat...

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Moods

reflective 75%
dark 62%
emotional 54%
challenging 38%
sad 18%
mysterious 13%
tense 12%
inspiring 6%
relaxing 6%
adventurous 1%
hopeful 1%
lighthearted 1%

Pace

slow 64%
fast 21%
medium 14%

Plot- or character-driven?

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Strong character development?

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Loveable characters?

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Diverse cast of characters?

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Flaws of characters a main focus?

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