Emily Dickinson

Emily Dickinson, born in 1830 in Amherst, Massachusetts, was a reclusive yet profoundly influential poet whose work explored themes of nature, love, death, and immortality. Often considered one of the most significant figures in American literature, Dickinson spent much of her life in seclusion, crafting nearly 1,800 poems that reflect her unique perspective on the world. Her innovative use of language, form, and punctuation challenged the conventions of her time, allowing her voice to resonate with readers in ways that continue to captivate and inspire.

Despite her limited publication during her lifetime, Dickinson's poetry gained recognition posthumously, revealing the depth and complexity of her thoughts. Each poem invites readers into her introspective world, encouraging a personal connection with the themes she explored. If you're curious about her unique style and insightful reflections, take a moment to delve into her collection available in the app. You might just find a piece that resonates with your own experiences.

Poems: Series Two

Read by Laura Atkinson 4.8
In this collection, Emily Dickinson invites listeners into her introspective world, where the profound themes of life, love, and death are e…

Poems: Series One

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Renowned poet Emily Dickinson (1830 - 1886) wrote many many poems. This collection, "Poems: Series One", presents the first instal…

Emily Dickinson on Death

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Emily Dickinson is one of the most intriguing of American poets. Since she grew increasingly reclusive, very few of her poems were published…

Selected Poems of Emily Dickinson

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Emily Dickinson has come to be regarded as one of the quintessential poets of 19th century America. A very private poet with a very quiet an…

I'm Nobody

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LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 different recordings of I’m Nobody, by Emily Dickinson. Dickinson’s text of this poem contains two possible…

Summer Shower

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LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of Summer Shower by Emily Dickinson. This was the Weekly Poetry project for January 10th, 2010.

Sleep Is Supposed To Be

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LibriVox volunteers bring you 26 recordings of Sleep Is Supposed To Be by Emily Dickinson.This was the Weekly Poetry project for May 31, 202…

Because I Could Not Stop For Death

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LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of Because I Could Not Stop For Death by Emily Dickinson. This was the Weekly Poetry project for…

If I Can Stop One Heart From Breaking

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LibriVox volunteers bring you 12 recordings of If I Can Stop One Heart From Breaking by Emily Dickinson. This was the Weekly Poetry project …

There's a certain slant of light

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In tribute to the first real snowfall this year. - Summary by David Lawrence

Mother Nature (Dickinson)

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LibriVox volunteers bring you 8 recordings of Mother Nature by Emily Dickinson. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for June 3, 2013Whil…

The Railway Train

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LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 recordings of The Railway Train by Emily Dickinson. This was the Weekly Poetry project for May 28, 2011.Alt…

In Vain

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LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 recordings of In Vain by Emily Dickinson..This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for December 27, 2020. …

A Thunder-Storm

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LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of A Thunder-Storm by Emily Dickinson.This was the Weekly Poetry project for October 6, 2019. …

The Lovers

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The Lovers is a collection of poignant verses by Emily Dickinson, exploring the complexities of love and intimacy through her unique lens. K…

The Bee

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LibriVox volunteers bring you 31 recordings of The Bee by Emily Dickinson.This was the Weekly Poetry project for March 14, 2021. ------Emi…

In the Garden

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LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of In the Garden by Emily Dickinson.This was the Weekly Poetry project for April 16, 2023. -…

Troubled About Many Things

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The verses of Emily Dickinson belong emphatically to what Emerson long since called "the Poetry of the Portfolio,"—something produ…

The Grass

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LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of The Grass by Emily Dickinson.This was the Weekly Poetry project for August 4, 2019. ------…

She sweeps with many-colored Brooms

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She sweeps with many-colored Brooms is a vivid exploration of nature and creativity through the lens of Emily Dickinson's unique poetic voic…

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