One Life of so much Consequence!
Yet I — for it — would pay —
My Soul’s entire income —
In ceaseless — salary —

One Pearl — to me — so signal —
That I would instant dive —
Although — I knew — to take it —
Would cost me — just a life!

The Sea is full — I know it!
That — does not blur my Gem!
It burns — distinct from all the row —
Intact — in Diadem!

The life is thick — I know it!
Yet — not so dense a crowd —
But Monarchs — are perceptible —
Far down the dustiest Road!

Analysis, meaning and summary of Emily Dickinson's poem One Life of so much Consequence!

2 Comments

  1. frumpo says:

    I have a friend who is such a jewel that I would readily give my life for him or her.

  2. Lacey says:

    it is a fantastic poem about life

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