Poets who died on May 15

Take a focused look at the poets who passed away on May 15. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1886 Emily Dickinson

  Emily Dickinson was an American poet renowned for her innovative and singular approach to poetry. Although only a few of her nearly 1,800 poems were published during her lifetime, Dickinson's posthumously published works have made her one of the most significant and influential figures in American literature. [bio]