Delight — becomes pictorial —
When viewed through Pain —
More fair — because impossible
Than any gain —

The Mountain — at a given distance —
In Amber — lies —
Approached — the Amber flits — a little —
And That’s — the Skies —

Analysis, meaning and summary of Emily Dickinson's poem Delight — becomes pictorial —

1 Comment

  1. tammy says:

    wow. i dont think this poem was meant to be created or conveyed so lightheartedly.

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