Sylvia Plath memorabilia can fetch as much as $1m. A new book reveals a treasure trove of material
- Written by Sarah-Jane (SJ) Burton, Research Fellow, School of Literature, Languages and Linguistics, Australian National University
The task of understanding Sylvia Plath as a writer is intimidating. Her archives are vast. They span countries and colleges, and have varying levels of access and availability. Studying her oeuvre in its entirety requires years of research and travel.
The market for Plath material is also alive and well. Many colleges are active collectors,...





