A Portrait., By: Emily Dickinson September 27, 2026 by Editors A face devoid of love or grace,A hateful, hard, successful face,A face with which a stoneWould feel as thoroughly at easeAs were they old acquaintances, —First time together thrown. Share this: Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on X (Opens in new window) X Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest Related