Suspense -- is Hostiler than Death --

Suspense -- is Hostiler than Death --
Death -- tho'soever Broad,
Is Just Death, and cannot increase --
Suspense -- does not conclude --
But perishes -- to live anew --
But just anew to die --
Annihilation -- plated fresh
With Immortality --

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American poet known for her unconventional use of form and syntax. Most of her work was published posthumously.

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