content: Esther Greenwood is an accomplished, yet young writer. She moves to New York City for an internship, and her life begins its downward spiral. Her relationship with her mother is extremely volatile. Esther returns home after her internship is over. She attempts suicide several times beforebeing adtmitted into a mental hospital. There, Esther finally recieves the help she needs. The story of Esther Greewood is that of the author, Sylvia Plath. Tbe novel is an emotional view of a suicidal human being. It is depressing and realistic. The author's style brings the reader into the novel to experience Esther's thoughts and emotions.