My best Acquaintances are those
With Whom I spoke no Word —
The Stars that stated come to Town
Esteemed Me never rude
Although to their Celestial Call
I failed to make reply —
My constant — reverential Face
Sufficient Courtesy.
My best Acquaintances are those
Analysis, meaning and summary of Emily Dickinson's poem My best Acquaintances are those
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