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If wrecked upon the Shoal of Thought

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If wrecked upon the Shoal of Thought by Emily Dickinson

 If wrecked upon the Shoal of Thought
How is it with the Sea?
The only Vessel that is shunned
Is safe -- Simplicity --

Form: Lyric

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