In this engaging discussion, Carl Rollyson, a noted biographer of Sylvia Plath, delves into the many influences that shaped her life before her infamous relationship with Ted Hughes. He highlights her passion for literature and film, exploring how these experiences enriched her creative spirit. The conversation also critiques the common narratives surrounding her complex legacy, while Cheryl Hopson shares her poignant choice for the last book she'd read, intertwining themes of love, loss, and family in literature.