Crime Quote by Sylvia Plath
“The moon is no door. It is a face in its own right, White as a knuckle and terribly upset. It drags the sea after it like a dark crime; it is quiet With the O-gape of complete despair. I live here.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Unnamed, 1960s
The moon is portrayed as a solitary, angry face that drags the sea, reflecting deep despair.
In simple terms: The moon feels angry and lonely, pulling the sea.
Acknowledge hidden emotions.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- nighttime walks
- creative writing
- mental health coping
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the moon symbolize for you?
- How do you process feelings of being upset?
The metaphor may romanticize suffering.