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      07 April 2023, Volume 38 Issue 2   
    Article

    THE CATHARSIS OF CONFESSIONAL POETS
    Sajid Valiya Valappil
    Journal of Data Acquisition and Processing, 2023, 38 (2): 746-751 . 

    Abstract

    Catharsis is a term used to describe the release of emotional tension that can occur after experiencing a work of art. However, confessional poetry is a form of poetry that emerged in the 1950s and 1960s, characterized by its highly personal and often autobiographical content. This research paper examines the concept of catharsis in the poetry of confessional poets. Through a close analysis of the works of Sylvia Plath and Kamala Das, the paper explores how these poets use the confessional mode to process and purify their intense personal emotions. The paper argues that the act of confession, as well as the subsequent cathartic release, serves a key function in the healing process for the poet and the reader. Furthermore, the paper examines the ways in which these poets challenge societal norms and push the boundaries of what is considered acceptable to reveal in poetry. The paper concludes that the confessional poetry of Plath and Das continues to resonate with readers today due to its ability to provide a raw and honest portrayal of the human experience.

    Keyword

    Catharsis, Confessional poetry, Healing process, Societal norms, Poetic confession.


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