I Asked no other Thing
The poem explores the speaker's desire for a deeper connection with God and the universe. They express frustration that their requests are met with silence, leading to feelings of isolation and disconnection. The poem touches on themes of spirituality, mortality, and the search for meaning in life.
By Emily Dickinson · First published 1890 · Genre: Poetry, Lyric, Philosophical · 69 words
First lines
I asked no other thing, No other was denied. I offered Being for it; The mighty merchant smiled.
Brazil? He twirled a button, Without a glance my way: "But, madam, is there nothing else That we can show to-day? "
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Emily Dickinson
- Date: 1890 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Lyric, Philosophical, Symbolism, American Literature
- Length: 69 words
- Structure: 1 section, 2 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse form with a rhythmic and lyrical quality typical of poetry.
- Lyric — The poem expresses personal emotions and thoughts, characteristic of the lyric genre.
- Philosophical — The themes explore existential and metaphysical questions, aligning with philosophical literature.
- Symbolism — The use of metaphor and symbolic language suggests deeper meanings beyond the literal text.
Tags
Poetry · American Literature · 19th Century · Nature Imagery · Spirituality · Mortality · Faith · Hope · Love · Solitude · Existentialism · Philosophy