Shame is the shawl of Pink
In which we wrap the Soul
To keep it from infesting Eyes —
The elemental Veil
Which helpless Nature drops
When pushed upon a scene
Repugnant to her probity —
Shame is the tint divine.
Shame is the shawl of Pink
Analysis, meaning and summary of Emily Dickinson's poem Shame is the shawl of Pink
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