Emily Dickinson As A Second Language: Demystifying The Poetry

Emily Dickinson (1830-1886) wrote in 19th century American English and referenced long-vanished cultural contexts. A "private poet," she created her own vocabulary, and many of her poems have quite specific local and personal connections. Twenty-first century readers may find her poetry elusive and challenging. Promoting a richer appreciation of Dickinson's work for a modern audience, this book explores unfamiliar aspects of her language and her world.

• | Author: Greg Mattingly
• | Publisher: McFarland & Company
• | Publication Date: Aug 06, 2018
• | Number of Pages: 258 pages
• | Language: English
• | Binding: Paperback/Literary Criticism
• | ISBN-10: 1476666555
• | ISBN-13: 9781476666556