Emily Dickinson as a Second Language
Author | : Greg Mattingly |
Publisher | : McFarland |
Total Pages | : 259 |
Release | : 2018-07-23 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781476666556 |
ISBN-13 | : 1476666555 |
Rating | : 4/5 (56 Downloads) |
Download or read book Emily Dickinson as a Second Language written by Greg Mattingly and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2018-07-23 with total page 259 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.