The capitalization of the word “Time” in the first sentence.
The use of words like “we” and ”our,” instead of using a single and personal pronouns.
The metaphor between the words “port” and “secret” and the words “perchance” and “gale.”
The similarity between the syntax of the sentences “Our Port a secret” and “Our Perchance a Gale” and the repetition of the …show more content…
Emily Dickinson did not attempt to mythologize herself as the poetic representative of American democracy and diversity, only around a dozen poems appeared during her lifetime.
The capitalization of the word “Time” in the first sentence is significant because it reminds the reader that time is always present and that at some point of our lives we will face difficult times.
The use of words like “we” and “our” is significant because it makes us realize that the speaker wants us to relate to whatever he/she is talking about.
The metaphor between the words “port” and “secret” and the words “perchance” and “gale” is significant because it makes a connection between a port (a place where the trip ends and waters are calm) and a secret (something that is meant to remain unknown). Here, Dickinson meant to say that the destination in our journey (life) is unpredictable. The other connection between the word “perchance” and “gale” is significant because it relates a perchance (a possibility) to a gale (a wind of considerable strength). In this comparison, Dickinson wanted to reflect the idea that in our life, we will face problems and