Entity: EMILY-DICKINSON
Emily Dickinson was an American poet known for her original and innovative approach to poetry. She challenged conventional definitions of poetry and the poet's work, much like other writers of her time such as Ralph Waldo Emerson and Walt Whitman.
EMILY-DICKINSON
Etymology
The name 'Emily Dickinson' refers to the renowned American poet who lived from 1830 to 1886.
Definition
Emily Dickinson was a pioneering American poet who defied traditional poetry conventions and wrote unrhymed, mystical poems in the 19th century.
Historical Context
Emily Dickinson's work challenged existing definitions of poetry and the role of the poet. She wrote approximately 1,789 lyric poems in nineteenth-century American English, exploring themes of nature, death, and immortality.
Cultural Significance
Dickinson's unique style and innovative approach to poetry have had a lasting impact on American literature. Her poems continue to be studied and celebrated for their depth and originality.
Related Concepts
Writers such as Ralph Waldo Emerson, Henry David Thoreau, and Walt Whitman also experimented with expression to break free from conventional restraints, much like Emily Dickinson.
See Also
A pioneering American poet who defied traditional poetry conventions and wrote unrhymed, mystical poems in the 19th century.