<p><b>This companion to America's greatest woman poet showcases the diversity and excellence that characterize the thriving field of Dickinson studies.</b></p> <ul> <li>Covers biographical approaches of Dickinson, the historical, political and cultural contexts of her work, and its critical reception over the years</li> <li>Considers issues relating to the different formats in which Dickinson's lyrics have been published ? manuscript, print, halftone and digital facsimile</li> <li>Provides incisive interventions into current critical discussions, as well as opening up fresh areas of critical inquiry</li> <li>Features new work being done in the critique of nineteenth-century American poetry generally, as well as new work being done in Dickinson studies</li> <li>Designed to be used alongside the Dickinson Electronic Archives, an online resource developed over the past ten years</li> </ul>
