35/10
’35/10’ by Sharon Olds is a moving poem about the poet’s relationship with her daughter. The latter is coming into her own while the former is growing old.
Her First Week
The poem, ‘Her First Week’, inparticularly reveals both sides of motherhood and the many facets of feeling and emotions that come along with having a baby.
My First Weeks
‘My First Weeks’ is a description of the first two weeks in the life of a child and the pleasure she gets from nursing.
Rite of Passage
‘Rite of Passage’ by Sharon Olds is a disturbing poem that describes how a group of six and seven year olds acted at a birthday party. They immediately compare their strengths and ages, and even suggest they could kill a young child.
Sex Without Love
In ‘Sex Without Love’ Olds asks the reader to consider the implications of relationships based on sex rather than emotional love.
The Language of the Brag
‘The Language of the Brag’ by Sharon Olds is an unforgettable poem about the strength and exceptionality of women’s bodies. It is set against the backdrop of giving birth.
The One Girl at the Boys Party
‘The One Girl at the Boys Party’ by Sharon Olds is about a young girl who attends a boy’s pool party. She stands apart from them in a powerful and beautiful way.
