Hymen

Hymen is a book written by Hilda Doolittle, an American poet, novelist, and memoirist. The book is a collection of poems that explore the themes of love, marriage, and sexuality. The title of the book refers to the Greek god of marriage, Hymen, who is often depicted as a young man carrying a torch and a veil. The poems in Hymen are deeply personal and intimate, exploring the complexities of romantic relationships and the emotional turmoil that can arise from them. Doolittle's writing is characterized by its lyricism and vivid imagery, which bring her words to life on the page. Throughout the book, Doolittle grapples with the idea of marriage and what it means to be in a committed relationship. She reflects on the joys and challenges of love, as well as the pain and heartbreak that can come with it. Overall, Hymen is a powerful and moving collection of poetry that delves into the depths of human emotion and the complexities of romantic relationships. Doolittle's writing is both beautiful and haunting, and her words will resonate with readers long after they have finished the book.It was easy enough to bend them to my wish, it was easy enough to alter them with a touch, but you adrift on the great sea, how shall I call you back?This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.