Emily Dickinson's Poetry
Emily Dickinson's poetry is about the essence of life, specifically the tension between an individual's physical and mental condition. The author delves into the phrases and vocabulary that people use to describe different life phenomena in very colorful and creative ways. The piece's main themes include humanity's conflict with God, the importance of self, the influence of language and poetry, and nature.
Conflict with God and Importance of Self
In several of her poetry, the author discusses the relationship between individuals and a Christian God by explaining man's defiant nature towards his maker. She also asserts the importance of the concept of self.
The Power of Words and Poetry
On the power of words and poetry, Dickinson brings out her interest in the modern thoughts and philosophical ideas that contribute to the establishment and development of the lives of individuals on earth.
The Theme of Nature
Last but not least, she brings out the theme of nature by expounding on its mystery and shows that nature exists by God's design.
Rhyming Scheme and Thematic Focus
There is indeed a discernible rhyming scheme in Dickinson's poems. It is evident by the manner in which she ties all her thematic focus to the relationship between man and God.
For instance, she portrays the concept of nature as being too complex to understand and that it's a creation of God which do not often favor human existence (Baym et al., 1170).
This trend is visible in her focus on people's struggle with God which also point out the relationship between them with respect to difficulties that human face in life.
Difficulties Faced by Americans
Dickinson's poems portray Americans at the time they were being written as facing a lot of trouble in life.
An analysis of the poems reveal that being an American entailed several hardships in life.
Work Cited
Baym, Nina, et al. The Norton Anthology of American Literature. 6th ed. NY: W.W. & Co., 2003.
