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Emily Dickinson as a Second Language : Demystifying the Poetry
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.
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Details
- ISBN-13: 9781476666556
- ISBN-10: 1476666555
- Publisher: McFarland & Company
- Publish Date: August 2018
- Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.9 x 0.4 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.5 pounds
- Page Count: 258
- Reading Level: Ages 18-UP
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