Read “a book” by emily dickinson. what is the main idea of the poem? there is no frigate like a book to take us lands away nor any coursers like a page of prancing poetry— this traverse may the poorest take without oppress of toll— how frugal is the chariot that bears the human soul— a. ships are great for traveling around the world. b. poetry is too expensive for the common person to afford. c. people need chariots so they can travel long distances. d. reading is a good activity to undertake while traveling. e. books open up new worlds to all readers, rich or poor.