The mob within the heart
Police cannot suppress
The riot given at the first
Is authorized as peace

Uncertified of scene
Or signified of sound
But growing like a hurricane
In a congenial ground.

Analysis, meaning and summary of Emily Dickinson's poem The mob within the heart

2 Comments

  1. Fatima says:

    I think this poem s saying that no one can stop in how you feel. You are the only one that can stop it.

  2. rachel says:

    that is a good poem i like it alot!

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