Analysis of Figurative Language Use in Poem Written by Emily Dickinson

Abstract

The aims of this research are to explore the use of figurative language in Emily Dickinson's poems through a theoretical study approach, with the hope of providing new insights into the aesthetic richness and meaning in these classic literary works. The research aims to analyze the various types of language that are used in poems by the researcher to understand how the kinds of language used in poetry are used. The researcher collected data from books and the internet, focusing on literature and poetry sources related to Emily Dickinson. Specifically, the researcher focuses on simile, metaphor, personification, paradox, and hyperbole. In the first part, the research is a qualitative method where the researcher uses data from book poems by means of the researcher reading the lines of the previous poem, identifying, understanding, and drawing conclusions from each poem. The study shows that the poem by the author is important because it uses these phrases to make readers think and imagine. The historical context and biography of the author also provide deeper insights into this poem, providing insights into how literary works often reflect and respond to the social and personal conditions of their authors. In addition, it is recommended to conduct comparative studies between the use and other poems by other female writers of the same period or with writers who have similar literary styles. These recommendations are expected to provide guidance for students, researchers, and campuses in conducting research on literature, particularly on figuring out how to use language to express her ideas and create a unique literary experience for readers.