(Encyclopedia) Dickinson, Emily, 1830–86, American poet, b. Amherst, Mass. She is widely considered one of the greatest poets in American literature. Her unique, gemlike lyrics are distillations of…
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2008 Academy Awards | Oscar winners and nominees The 2008 Academy Awards were presented on February 22, 2009, at the Kodak Theatre. All of the nominees are listed below; the Oscar…
