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The narrative explores Kathleen Norris's transformative journey from a sheltered upbringing to the vibrant yet chaotic world of Bennington College and New York City in the late 1960s. It highlights her education, both academic and experiential, under the mentorship of Betty Kray, and her interactions with notable literary figures such as James Merrill and Patti Smith. Ultimately, Norris reflects on her decision to leave the bustling city for the tranquility of Dakota, capturing the essence of a young writer's quest for identity and inspiration amidst life's challenges.
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The Virgin of Bennington, Kathleen Norris
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- Released
- 2002
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- Title
- The Virgin of Bennington
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Kathleen Norris
- Publisher
- Penguin Publishing Group
- Publisher
- 2002
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 272
- ISBN13
- 9781573229135
- Category
- Biographies and Thoughts
- Description
- The narrative explores Kathleen Norris's transformative journey from a sheltered upbringing to the vibrant yet chaotic world of Bennington College and New York City in the late 1960s. It highlights her education, both academic and experiential, under the mentorship of Betty Kray, and her interactions with notable literary figures such as James Merrill and Patti Smith. Ultimately, Norris reflects on her decision to leave the bustling city for the tranquility of Dakota, capturing the essence of a young writer's quest for identity and inspiration amidst life's challenges.