Sylvia Plath (1932-1963), who became renowned posthumously for her poetry and her novel The Bell Jar, lived here from birth to age four. Plath’s poetry, characterized by its intense emotion and stark imagery, garnered widespread acclaim. After her suicide at age 30, she became an icon, especially in the 1970s. Her book Ariel is one of the best-selling poetry volumes of the 20th century. Plath was married to English poet Ted Hughes, and they had two children together. Her work continues to influence and resonate with readers worldwide.
