An awful tempest mashed the air, the clouds were gaunt and few; a black, as of a spectre's cloak, hid heaven and earth from view. 5 the creatures chuckled on the roofs and whistled in the air, and shook their fists and gnashed their teeth, and swung their frenzied hair. the morning lit, the birds arose; 10 the monster's faded eyes turned slowly to his native coast, and peace was paradise! this poem by american poet emily dickinson presents a convincing example that reflects the theme; a) generosity is pure. b) this too shall pass. c) grief is overwhelming. d) evil triumphs during adversity.