15 Most Popular Poems by Emily Dickinson

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  • A Narrow Fellow In The Grass

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    When the poem was published in the Springfield Daily Republican (Feb. 14, 1866), it was entitled "The Snake."

    A narrow fellow in the grass
    Occasionally rides;
    You may have met him,--did you not,
    His notice sudden is.

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  • The Mountain

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    "The Mountain" by Emily Dickinson depicts the majestic presence of a mountain on the plain. The mountain is a metaphor for a timeless grandfather figure, firmly seated in its eternal chair, and possessing a comprehensive awareness that extends everywhere. The poem further illustrates the mountain's significance by likening it to a revered figure, with the seasons gathering around it like children around a father. The mountain is depicted as a revered ancestor, the originator of each new day's dawn.

    The mountain sat upon the plain
    In his eternal chair,
    His observation omnifold,
    His inquest everywhere.

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  • Wild Nights - Wild Nights!

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    "Wild Nights - Wild Nights!" by Emily Dickinson is a passionate expression of desire and longing. In this short yet powerful poem, Dickinson uses the imagery of a wild, untamed night to symbolize intense emotions and romantic yearning. The repetition of the phrase "Wild nights" emphasizes the speaker's excitement and fervor. Dickinson employs vivid language and evocative imagery to convey the intensity of the speaker's longing for love and connection. Despite its brevity, the poem captures the overwhelming nature of romantic passion and the sense of exhilaration that comes with it. Through its lyrical beauty and emotional depth, "Wild Nights - Wild Nights!" remains a timeless exploration of the complexities of love and desire.

    Wild nights - Wild nights!
    Were I with thee
    Wild nights should be
    Our luxury!

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  • I'm Nobody! Who Are You?

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    "I'm Nobody! Who are you?" by Emily Dickinson is a playful exploration of anonymity and fame. In this brief but impactful poem, Dickinson celebrates the freedom of being unnoticed and unknown, contrasting it with the burden of public attention. Through witty language and imaginative imagery, she invites readers to consider the value of privacy and the allure of staying hidden in a world that often glorifies fame.

    I'm nobody! Who are you?
    Are you nobody, too?
    Then there 's a pair of us — don't tell!
    They 'd banish us, you know.

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  • Dear March - Come In -

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    Dear March - Come In - by Emily Dickinson is a welcoming ode to the arrival of the month of March. In this brief yet evocative poem, Dickinson personifies March as a cherished guest, inviting it to enter warmly. Through its simple language and gentle tone, the poem captures the anticipation and hope associated with the transition from winter to spring. Dickinson's imagery evokes the awakening of nature and the promise of new beginnings as March heralds the arrival of warmer weather and the renewal of life.

    Dear March—Come in—
    How glad I am—
    I hoped for you before—
    Put down your Hat—

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