A review by sarahrigg
Journal of a Solitude by May Sarton

5.0

I'd read an interview with May Sarton about her writing process in my early 20s, and then in 2018 read one of her novels, "Mrs. Stevens Hears the Mermaids Singing," and decided I wanted to read more by her. I really enjoyed "Journal of a Solitude." Her descriptions of nature and the changing seasons, and her thoughts about solitude and relationships were profound. The book also includes a sprinkling of photographs of her life in Nelson, NH. My one sadness in that regard is that there isn't a photo of her parrot, Punch, who comes off as such a character.

I loved this and recommend it. I'm planning to seek out more of her journals/memoirs and likely some of her poetry.