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Girl, Interrupted: A Memoir,New
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30th ANNIVERSARY EDITION NATIONAL BESTSELLER In 1967, after a session with a psychiatrist she'd never seen before, eighteenyearold Susanna Kaysen was put in a taxi and sent to McLean Hospital. Her memoir of the next two years is a 'poignant, honest ... triumphantly funny ... and heartbreaking story' (The New York Times Book Review).WITH A NEW INTRODUCTION BY THE AUTHORThe ward for teenage girls in the McLean psychiatric hospital was as renowned for its famous clienteleSylvia Plath, Robert Lowell, James Taylor, and Ray Charlesas for its progressive methods of treating those who could afford its sanctuary. Kaysen's memoir encompasses horror and razoredged perception while providing vivid portraits of her fellow patients and their keepers. It is a brilliant evocation of a 'parallel universe' set within the kaleidoscopically shifting landscape of the late sixties.Girl, Interrupted is a clearsighted, unflinching document that gives lasting and specific dimension to our definitions of sane and insane, mental illness and recovery.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'Girl, Interrupted: A Memoir' about? A: 'Girl, Interrupted' is a memoir by Susanna Kaysen that recounts her experiences in a psychiatric hospital in the late 1960s. It explores themes of mental illness, sanity, and recovery, providing vivid portraits of fellow patients and the treatment methods used at the time.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Girl, Interrupted'? A: The author of 'Girl, Interrupted' is Susanna Kaysen, who shares her personal journey through mental health treatment in the memoir.
- Q: What is the publication date of this memoir? A: 'Girl, Interrupted: A Memoir' was published on April 19, 1994.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Girl, Interrupted'? A: The memoir contains 192 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Girl, Interrupted' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is 'Girl, Interrupted' suitable for all ages? A: While 'Girl, Interrupted' can provide valuable insights into mental health, it contains mature themes and language, making it more suitable for older teens and adults.
- Q: Does 'Girl, Interrupted' include any additional content? A: Yes, the 30th Anniversary Edition of 'Girl, Interrupted' features a new introduction by the author, providing further context to the memoir.
- Q: What are some themes explored in 'Girl, Interrupted'? A: The memoir examines themes of mental illness, societal expectations of sanity, personal identity, and the experiences of women in psychiatric care.
- Q: Is 'Girl, Interrupted' based on true events? A: 'Girl, Interrupted' is a true story based on the author's own experiences during her time in a psychiatric hospital.
- Q: What are the main features of 'Girl, Interrupted'? A: The main features of 'Girl, Interrupted' include its candid portrayal of mental health issues, engaging narrative style, and the author's insightful observations about life inside a psychiatric institution.