The Poetical Works of Elizabeth Barrett Browning, Volume 2

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Browning, Elizabeth Barrett, 1806-1861

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Poetical Works of Elizabeth Barrett Browning, Volume 2" by Browning is a collection of poetry written in the late 19th century. This volume encompasses various themes, ranging from love and loss to social issues, presented through rich imagery and emotional depth. Notable pieces include "The Romaunt of Margret," reflecting on the complicated nature of love, and "The Cry of the Children," which addresses themes of social justice and the plight of youth. The opening of this volume begins with "The Romaunt of Margret," where the titular character finds herself by a river, lost in contemplation and the complexities of love. The poem introduces a hauntingly romantic ambiance, detailing her thoughts as she interacts with the natural world around her, which mirrors her emotional state. Throughout the verses, the interplay of love and loss unfolds, leading Margret to confront the shadows of her heart and the realities of human connection. The initial poems effectively set the tone for the collection, combining personal introspection with broader social themes, inviting readers into Browning's rich poetic world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Thierry Alberto, Chandra Friend and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Reading ease score: 82.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Release date is 2010-08-06