I would catch sight of some flawless man off in the distanc… - Sylvia Plath

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I would catch sight of some flawless man off in the distance, but as soon as he moved closer I immediately saw he wouldn’t do at all.

Sylvia Plath

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Sylvia Plath (27 October 1932 – 11 February 1963) was an American poet, novelist, short story writer, and essayist. She was the first wife of Ted Hughes.

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Alternative Names: Victoria Lucas • Sylvia Plath Hughes

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I would catch sight of some flawless man off in the distance, but as soon as he moved closer I immediately saw he wouldn’t do at all. - Sylvia Plath

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