Audrey Borus

I read the bulk of this guide and found it to be a solid introduction to Dickinson's life and work. It isn't a bad read, but it also isn't particularly engaging. While the language level is appropriate, its endeavors to connect with modern-day adolescents fall short. When the author writes, "Do you hate to do certain chores around your house? Well, Emily did too." it reads as a trite attempt to stay true to the book's title--"student's guide."