The Private Lives of One Half of Humanity Emily Dickinson's advice to "Tell all the Truth but tell it slant "" exemplifies the theories put forth by Sandra Gilbert and Susan Gubar in "The Female Swerve."" This concept that nineteenth century women authors have strayed from the predominantly mascu...
By stating it doesn't have a father, she also makes what would normally be a serious statement humorous. ... Since Emily, as the character, is not allowed to dance, she imagines herself doing so, giving her great delight and also expressing a silent rebellion of sorts. ... When the glee possesses her, it is almost like the rebellion within her breaking through, not just for happiness's sake, but also to take a stand. ...
If particular care and attention is not paid to the Ladies we are determined to foment a Rebellion and will not hold ourselves bound by any Laws in which we have no voice or Representation." ... Although I oppose this, he did have good ideas and backed up his statements. ...
