Friday, July 18, 2008

Mrs. Stevens Hears the Mermaids Singing by May Sarton

Nearly all the action in this unique novel takes place in one day. Mrs. Stevens, a poet in her seventies, is being interviewed about poetic inspiration by two journalists. Dialogue is intermingled with Mrs. Stevens' memories of encounters with the Muse. This work also investigates what it means to be both a woman and a writer, the impact of relationships, and the need for solitude.

Leatherby Libraries Call Number: PS3537.A832 M5 1993
2nd Floor Humanities Library
Review submitted by: Stacy Russo, Instruction Librarian, Leatherby Libraries
Rating: Highly Recommended

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