Sylvia Plath (October 27, 1932 – February 11, 1963) was an American poet, novelist, short story writer, and essayist. Most famous as a poet, Plath is also known for The Bell Jar, her semi-autobiographical novel detailing her struggle with depression. Since her suicide, she has become an icon for many. Sylvia suffered from severe bipolar disorder throughout her adult life. The winter of 1962/1963 was very harsh and perhaps the second worst of the century. On February 11, 1963, ill and depressed, Sylvia placed a tea-towel in the gas-oven, turned on the coal gas, and waited. Plath laid out cookies and milk for her children, who slept above on the second floor, and sealed the door of the kitchen. The new nanny arrived but couldn't raise Plath's housemate in the flat below (he was under the effect of the gas). The children were found freezing,and crying out of the open windows.
Sylvia Plath (October 27, 1932 – February 11, 1963) was an American poet, novelist, short story writer, and essayist. Most famous as a poet, Plath is also known for The Bell Jar, her semi-autobiographical novel detailing her struggle with depression. Since her suicide, she has become an icon for many. Sylvia suffered from severe bipolar disorder throughout her adult life. The winter of 1962/1963 was very harsh and perhaps the second worst of the century. On February 11, 1963, ill and depressed, Sylvia placed a tea-towel in the gas-oven, turned on the coal gas, and waited. Plath laid out cookies and milk for her children, who slept above on the second floor, and sealed the door of the kitchen. The new nanny arrived but couldn't raise Plath's housemate in the flat below (he was under the effect of the gas). The children were found freezing,and crying out of the open windows.
That is one sad comment. Wow.
That is one sad comment. Wow.