Creativity In Emily Dickinson's Poems

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Williams Wordsworth once stated “Poetry is the spontaneous overflow of powerful feelings: it takes its origin from emotion recollected in tranquility. “ This quote means poetry can generate various emotions of the writer as well as the reader. Additionally, Ms. Dickinson you are an extremely talented poet. Even though, not all your work is public, as an advocate reader I treasure what is exposed to society. Also, I cannot comprehend how you have composed 1,775 poems because it requires a substantial amount of creativity. Additionally, this shows your mind holds a vast amount of originality and I find this incredible. Nevertheless, the way you convey your feelings and beliefs inspires me tremendously. Also, your personal life intriguing …show more content…

Additionally, certain poems can be complex to comprehend based on the language used. For example, “A route of evanescence, With a revolving wheel- A resonance of emerald A rush of cochineal.” At first, I considered the poem was discussing about a machine because of “revolving wheel”. But, soon came to the understanding that the poem is connected to a hummingbird. Also, the poem “A fuzzy fellow without feet” became confusing because of this line “Sometimes upon a bough From which he doth descend in plush Upon a passer-by.” Even though, I was well aware the poem is referring to a caterpillar the wording made me rethink the meaning of the poem. Most definitely, poems can be complicated to decode, but it can be exciting to figure out the meanings by …show more content…

When, reading the poem “‘Hope’ is the thing with feathers” it creates a passion of determination. To go in depth, the poem is about hardships in life plus overcoming them. I read this poem when in a tough situation to remind myself it will not last forever and I will power through. “Hope is the thing with feathers That perches in the soul - And sings the tune without the words - And never stops - at all.” Nature can be a source of hope and one may find themselves stuck in a loop at times when there are hardships, but taking a step back in addition to observing what is happening can change everything. Going hand in hand, the poem “Success is counted sweetest” gives an understanding of life. I know this poem explains if one does not fail at least once in life they will not know the true feeling of success and this is perfectly said “Success is counted sweetest by those who ne’er succeed To comprehend a nectar requires sorest need.” Another, life lesson grasped while reading your poems is “Tell all the Truth but tell it slant” is explaining how one should tell the truth, but make sure they are not going to hurt one’s feelings so they bend the truth slightly. For example, when a pet passes on and a parent tells their young child the pet is going to a farm. Even though, the child does not know the truth the parent is protecting the child from a traumatizing event. Without a doubt, this changes