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Emily Dickinson. Poet. Daughter. Total rebel. In this coming-of-age story, Emily’s determined to become the world's greatest poet.
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Episodes
Episode 1 · Because I could not stop
Emily's attempt to publish a poem sparks backlash.
Episode 2 · I have never seen ‘Volcanoes’
Women are forbidden at Amherst, so Emily and Sue get creative to attend a lecture.
Episode 3 · Wild nights
Emily and Austin throw a party, and their mutual love for Sue causes tension.
Episode 4 · Alone, I cannot be
Emily seeks help from an author when her favorite tree is threatened.
Episode 5 · I am afraid to own a Body
Emily confronts tough issues at a meeting of the local Shakespeare Club.
Episode 6 · A brief, but patient illness
Emily takes a “sick day” to write and finds a connection with her father's law clerk.
Episode 7 · We lose - because we win
On her father's election day, Emily defiantly attempts to publish another poem.
Episode 8 · There’s a certain Slant of light
On Christmas, Emily tries to be the “good little woman.” Zosia Mamet guest stars.
Episode 9 · ‘Faith’ is a fine invention
During a solar eclipse, Emily confronts the Shadow of Death in her home.
Episode 10 · I felt a Funeral, in my Brain
Emily’s relationships are challenged as she moves into a new chapter of life.
