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Sylvia Plath

Ed. Karen V. Kukil

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Get ready to explore The Unabridged Journals of Sylvia Plath and its meaning. Our full analysis and study guide provides an even deeper dive with character analysis and quotes explained to help you discover the complexity and beauty of this book.

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Part 1: “Journal 1 (July 1950-July 1953)”

Part 1 The Unabridged Journals of Sylvia Plath Part 1

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Part 2: “Journal 2 (22 November 1955-18 April 1956)” - Part 6: “Journal 6 (15 July 1957-21 August 1957)”

Parts 2-6

The Unabridged Journals of Sylvia Plath Parts 2-6

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Part 7 The Unabridged Journals of Sylvia Plath Part 7

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Part 8: “Journal 8 (12 December 1958-15 November 1959)”

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Appendices 1-5

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Appendices 6-10

The Unabridged Journals of Sylvia Plath Appendices 6-10

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Appendices 11-15

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