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Maddie asked this question about The Bell Jar:
I find Esther's descent into insanity a little rushed or hasty, but I have never experienced mental trauma like hers. Is it relatable to anyone else? Has anyone gone through what Esther is experiencing and could shed some light on this?
Cody Mccall I think that the descent seems rushed because maybe Esther had been living with this mental illness all her life and then the night at the party kind …moreI think that the descent seems rushed because maybe Esther had been living with this mental illness all her life and then the night at the party kind of brought the illness out. (less)
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The Bell Jar
by Sylvia Plath
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