Ep 5. I am afraid to own a Body

In Dickinson season 1 episode 5, titled "I am afraid to own a Body," Emily's father Edward becomes aware of her poetry and decides to publish it without her consent. Meanwhile, Emily grapples with her feelings of being trapped in her own body and struggles with societal expectations of femininity. She confides in her best friend Sue about her struggles, leading to a heart-to-heart conversation about their relationship. At the same time, Emily's brother Austin's marriage begins to crumble due to his infidelity, causing tensions to rise within the family. As Emily navigates her own personal struggles and watches her family unravel, she turns to her poetry as a form of release and self-expression. The episode explores themes of gender roles, sexuality, and societal expectations, as Emily and her loved ones confront the challenges of navigating a restrictive and oppressive society.