My Best Acquaintances Are Those
poem 932
My Best Acquaintances Are Those - meaning Summary
Solitude and Silent Company
The speaker presents a paradoxical intimacy: her closest acquaintances are silent, distant presences rather than conversational companions. She describes the stars as courteous and undemanding, accepting her lack of response while she shows reverence. The poem frames solitude as a peaceful, reciprocal relationship in which recognition and decorum—rather than speech—sustain companionship and mutual respect between the human observer and the indifferent cosmos.
Read Complete AnalysesMy best Acquaintances are those With Whom I spoke no Word The Stars that stated come to Town Esteemed Me never rude Although to their Celestial Call I failed to make reply My constant reverential Face Sufficient Courtesy.
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