Emily Dickinson as a Second Language: Demystifying the Poetry

By Greg Mattingly

Book Overview

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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1476666555
• ISBN13: 9781476666556
• Release Date: July 2018
• Publisher: McFarland & Company
• Length: 258 Pages
• Weight: 0.82 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.9" x 8.8"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher