SARTON, MAY, 1912 to 1995

May Sarton

American poet, novelist, and memoirist.

Books
5
Editions tracked
10
First editions
5
Nationality
United States, Belgium
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Reading guide

May Sarton books in order

In order

First editions, year by year

  1. 1957The Fur PersonMuller
  2. 1965Mrs. Stevens Hears the Mermaids SingingNorton
  3. 1973Journal of a SolitudeNorton
  4. 1975Crucial ConversationsGollancz
  5. 1977The House by the SeaCurley
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What order should I read May Sarton's books in?

In publication order they begin with The Fur Person (1957), then Mrs. Stevens Hears the Mermaids Singing (1965) and Journal of a Solitude (1973). Books in a series are listed in series order on this page.

What was May Sarton's first book?

The earliest book we list is The Fur Person, first published in 1957.

When was May Sarton born?

May Sarton was born in 1912 and died in 1995.

How many May Sarton books does MyVolumes track?

We track 5 books by May Sarton across 10 editions, 5 of them first editions.

How do I know if my May Sarton book is a first edition?

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