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British Library

British Library: 20th Century Works: Birthday Letters

For Students 9th - 10th
'Birthday Letters', a collection of 88 poems by the British poet Ted Hughes, revolves around Hughes's relationship with the American poet Sylvia Plath. Read an overview and view additional resources such as articles, collection items,...
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British Library

British Library: 20th Century Teaching Resources: Ted Hughes's Birthday Letters

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In these activities, young scholars will consider Ted Hughes as a poet and a person, as well as some of the literary and personal influences on his writing. They will explore some of his poems in the draft and published form, exploring...