Marilyn Hacker is an American poet whose work is characterized by its penetrating exploration of personal and social themes. Employing precise language and complex forms, she delves into the intricacies of human relationships, identity, and political realities. Her original poetry is celebrated for its intellectual depth and emotional resonance, while her translations introduce European verse to American readers.
This critically acclaimed sonnet sequence is the passionately intense story of a love affair between two women, from the electricity of their first acquaintance to the experience of their parting.