Unto my Books so Good to Turn
The poem explores the joy of reading and the escape it provides from the difficulties of life. The speaker describes books as a source of comfort and solace, offering a respite from the troubles of the world. The poem highlights the transformative power of literature to transport readers to new worlds and perspectives.
By Emily Dickinson · First published 1896 · Genre: Poetry, Literary, Philosophical · 126 words
First lines
Unto my books so good to turn Far ends of tired days; It half endears the abstinence, And pain is missed in praise.
As flavors cheer retarded guests With banquetings to be, So spices stimulate the time Till my small library.
It may be wilderness without, Far feet of failing men, But holiday excludes the night, And it is bells within.
I thank these kinsmen of the shelf; Their countenances bland Enamour in prospective, And satisfy, obtained.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Emily Dickinson
- Date: 1896 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Literary, Philosophical
- Length: 126 words
- Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse form, utilizing rhyme and meter typical of poetry.
- Literary — The text explores themes of solitude, introspection, and the solace found in books, characteristic of literary works.
- Philosophical — The poem reflects on the nature of contentment and the intellectual companionship provided by books, aligning with philosophical inquiry.
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Poetry · American Literature · 19th Century · Nature Imagery · Mortality · Spirituality · Solitude · Love · Death · Existentialism · Philosophy · Symbolism