The Inevitable by Emily Dickinson

Name: The Inevitable
Author: Emily Dickinson

This collection of poetry explores themes of mortality, nature, and the human experience. The poems often express a sense of melancholy and introspection, with the speaker grappling with the meaning of life and death. The work is characterized by its concise and enigmatic style, which adds to the sense of mystery and ambiguity.

By Emily Dickinson · First published 1890 · Genre: Poetry, Philosophical, Psychological · 103 words

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While I was fearing it, it came, But came with less of fear, Because that fearing it so long Had almost made it dear.

There is a fitting a dismay, A fitting a despair. 'Tis harder knowing it is due, Than knowing it is here.

The trying on the utmost, The morning it is new, Is terribler than wearing it A whole existence through.

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Work type: Poem
Author: Emily Dickinson
Date: 1890 CE
Language: English
Genres: Poetry, Philosophical, Psychological
Length: 103 words
Structure: 1 section, 3 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Poetry — The work is structured in verse form with a focus on meter and rhyme, characteristic of poetry.
Philosophical — The themes explore existential concepts such as fear, inevitability, and acceptance, which are central to philosophical inquiry.
Psychological — The poem delves into the psychological impact of anticipation and realization, examining the human mind's response to fear and acceptance.