The Murmur of a Bee

Read 'The Murmur of a Bee' by 'Emily Dickinson' and provide your summary and literary analysis in the comments section below.

The Murmur of a Bee by Emily Dickinson

 The Murmur of a Bee
A Witchcraft -- yieldeth me --
If any ask me why --
'Twere easier to die --
Than tell --

The Red upon the Hill
Taketh away my will --
If anybody sneer --
Take care -- for God is here --
That's all.

The Breaking of the Day
Addeth to my Degree --
If any ask me how --
Artist -- who drew me so --
Must tell!

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