A charm invests a face
"A charm invests a face" is a short poem by Emily Dickinson about a veiled lady who hesitates at the edge of a meeting. A glimpse through her mesh gives her an imperfect image, and she is torn between wishing and denying. In eight compact lines, Dickinson sets up a quiet standoff between desire and its fulfilment. Will she lift the veil, or does the dream satisfy her more than the truth could?
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