Ruth Stone, a talented young poet, was left destitute with three daughters to support after her husband's sudden suicide. Despite her lack of fame outside the poetry world, Ruth received numerous accolades, including the National Book Award for Poetry and the Pulitzer Prize for Poetry finalist. Her Vermont home became a haven for students, poets, and friends, where she inspired creativity and provided solace. After her passing, her granddaughter and husband transformed her home into a writer's retreat to keep her legacy alive and nurture new poets.
Ruth Stone's Vast Library of the Female Mind
A poet's journey begins with tragedy, as Ruth Stone's sorrow transforms into stunning and emotive poetry.
