08-Emily Dickinson.pptVIP

Emily Dickinson (1830—1886) Life Experiences (1830 - 1886) * One of Americas most famous poets in Amherst, Massachusetts * A prominent family, the second daughter *Amerherst Academy * 1850s: In her twenties, Emily led a certain social life, but she became more reclusive with each passing year * 1860s: By her thirties, she stayed to her home and withdrew when visitors arrived with a reputation as a myth. When people did catch sight of her, she was always wearing white. * On June 14, 1884: she suffered the first attack of her terminal illness(不治之病). * On May 15, 1886: Emily took her la