Vanished by Emily Dickinson (1890)
The poem explores the theme of mortality and the afterlife, with the speaker describing a person who has vanished from their life. The poem suggests that this person's disappearance is permanent and irreversible, leaving the speaker to grapple with the loss and uncertainty of what lies beyond death.
By Emily Dickinson · First published 1890 · Genre: Poetry, Elegy, Metaphysical · 70 words
First lines
She died, -- this was the way she died; And when her breath was done, Took up her simple wardrobe And started for the sun.
Her little figure at the gate The angels must have spied, Since I could never find her Upon the mortal side.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Emily Dickinson
- Date: 1890 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Elegy, Metaphysical, Lyric
- Length: 70 words
- Structure: 1 section, 2 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse form with a focus on rhythm and meter, characteristic of poetry.
- Elegy — The theme centers around death and mourning, typical of an elegy.
- Metaphysical — The poem explores themes of death and the afterlife, common in metaphysical literature.
- Lyric — The personal and emotional expression aligns with the characteristics of lyric poetry.
Tags
Poetry · Mystery · Death · Loss · Grief · Nature · Imagery · Symbolism · Metaphor · Allegory · Existentialism · Philosophy