Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for Hesperides
Hesperides, proper n. [see Hesperian, proper n.]
Mythical land in the West; blessed islands in the westernmost reaches of the world; garden island of golden apples guarded by nymphs; class of plants including citrus named for this island; Canary Islands or Cape Verde Islands; [see ED's letters.]
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