Breathing Emily Dickinson: inspiration/expiration.

  • Published In: Substance: A Review of Theory & Literary Criticism, 2023, v. 52, n. 1. P. 256 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Méchoulan, Eric 3 of 3

Abstract

The article presents definition of terms by author Emily Dickinson. It defines the noun breathe as whisper, inhale and exhale, gasp, and flutter. It defines the verb breathing as hyperventilation, respiration, inhalation of air, nervousness, anxiety, feeling of caution and sign of fear. It defines the adjective breathless as unearthly, not exhaling, holding in air and paralyzed from emotion.

Additional Information

  • Source:Substance: A Review of Theory & Literary Criticism. 2023/01, Vol. 52, Issue 1, p256
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Literature and Writing
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:0049-2426
  • DOI:10.1353/sub.2023.a900563
  • Accession Number:164562298

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