By Grand Central Station I Sat Down and Wept
By Grand Central Station I Sat Down and Wept
Fiction | Poem | Adult | Published in 1992
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BetaBy Grand Central Station I Sat Down and Wept
Fiction | Poem | Adult | Published in 1992240
Poem • Fiction
1940s
1992
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
By Grand Central Station I Sat Down and Wept is a poetic novel exploring a person's intense and tumultuous experience of love. Elizabeth Smart portrays the emotional depths of passion, longing, and the consequences of a forbidden romance. The narrative unfolds through vivid, lyrical prose, capturing the raw and consuming nature of this emotional journey.
Melancholic
Emotional
Bittersweet
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
By Grand Central Station I Sat Down and Wept by Elizabeth Smart is praised for its lyrical prose and intense emotional depth. Critics admire its poetic language and raw portrayal of obsessive love. However, some find the narrative's lack of plot progression challenging. The book's vivid imagery and passion resonate, but its dense style may not appeal to all readers.
Who Should Read By Grand Central Station I Sat Down and Wept?
A reader who appreciates By Grand Central Station I Sat Down and Wept likely enjoys poetic prose and emotional intensity, akin to The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath. They are drawn to explorations of love, longing, and personal turmoil, favoring literary works with a blend of passion and introspection.
7,138 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
240
Poem • Fiction
1940s
1992
Adult
18+ years
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