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What do tree’s usually symbolize in poetry?

Saturday, October 6th, 2007
poetry
Crys H asked:


I need to analyze a poem and I want to be sure that my interpretation of the tree in this poem is ridiculous.

The poem is by Emily Dickinson, We Grow Accustomed to the Dark ( that is the first line, she of course didn’t title her poetry).

4th stanza is

The Bravest–grope a little–
And sometimes hit a Tree–
Directly in the Forehead–
But as they learn to see

Any suggestions would be very helpful! Thank you!

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