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Birthday Letters

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by Ted Hughes

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What was Ted Hughes intention for writing this collection of poetry?
Scott Weatherby Many poems in this collection discuss his relationship with Sylvia Plath and her death. Also noting that the book is solely dedicated to the two child…moreMany poems in this collection discuss his relationship with Sylvia Plath and her death. Also noting that the book is solely dedicated to the two children they had, I believe the intention of this collection is to release his side of the story with his relationship, and how he coped with the death of Sylvia. (less)
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