For centuries, readers have written in the margins of their books to indicate admiration, disagreement or inspiration. Plath was no different.
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From Tolstoy to Mark Twain, the most famous writers owe many words of thanks to their long-suffering wives.
The reader who loves literature of the past seeks to forge intimate connections with those who are no longer alive. In reading, we feel ourselves able to get up close and personal with a dead author.
