Emily Dickinson (1830–1886) was a remarkable American poet whose innovative approach to poetry set her apart from nineteenth-century literary norms, making her one of the most influential figures in the English language. Born and raised in Amherst, Massachusetts, she lived a quiet life in her family's home, known as The Homestead. Throughout her life, she produced nearly 1,800 poems, which she compiled into hand-sewn books called “fascicles.” Most of her work was published posthumously. Dickinson's poetry explored significant themes such as death, immortality, nature, and the self. In her writing, she developed a unique language that conveyed the possibilities of what could be, even if it was not yet realized.