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Dive into the enigmatic world of Emily Dickinson's "Sleep Is Supposed To Be." This captivating poem challenges our everyday understanding of sleep and morning. Is sleep truly a refuge for the sane, or is it something more? Prepare to be transported to a dreamscape where watchful "hosts" stand guard, and the very definition of dawn is called into question. Dickinson's signature style, with its surprising turns and fragmented beauty, will leave you pondering the nature of consciousness and the mysteries that lie between waking and sleep.
Emily Dickinson
Emily Dickinson (1830–1886) was an American poet. She wrote short, lyrical poems that explored the wonders of nature, the experience of being in love, and the journey to discover her identity. Tatyana Feeney grew up in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, and now lives in Ireland. She spent a lot of her early childhood going to the library and reading books. She is also the illustrator of Theme in Yellow by Carl Sandburg, published by Cameron Kids as part of the Petite Poems series.
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