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Emily Writes: Emily Dickinson and Her Poetic Beginnings
Jane Yolen
Illustrator: Christine Davenier
Ages: 6+
Published: 2020
Publisher: Henry Holt & Co.
ISBN: 978-1-250-12808-9
Keywords: poetry, authors, 19th Century, words
An imaginative fictional portrayal of Emily Dickinson as a young child who discovers delight in wordplay. Joyful watercolor illustrations. Historical back matter and bibliography.