Emily Dickinson

American poet with unique style

Emily Dickinson - American poet with unique style
Born

December 10th, 1830
194 years ago

Died

May 15th, 1886
138 years ago — 55 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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A prominent American poet, recognized for a distinctive style characterized by short lines, unconventional punctuation, and slant rhyme. Most of the work was published posthumously, with poems reflecting themes of nature, love, death, and immortality. The reclusive lifestyle spent in Amherst, Massachusetts led to a body of work that garnered critical attention long after passing. Major collections include 'The Complete Poems of Emily Dickinson', which showcases the depth and complexity of the poetry crafted during a period of great literary development in America.

Wrote nearly 1,800 poems

Published 'The Complete Poems of Emily Dickinson'

Created innovative use of language and form

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