Robert Browning

Robert Browning was a renowned English poet and playwright known for his mastery of dramatic monologue and psychological portraiture. Born on May 7, 1812, in Camberwell, London, he was one of the foremost Victorian poets. His notable works include 'My Last Duchess,' 'The Ring and the Book,' and 'Men and Women.' Browning's marriage to the poet Elizabeth Barrett Browning was famously happy and has been celebrated in literature. He died on December 12, 1889, in Venice, Italy.

Books

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  1. 1. Robert Browning's Poetry

    This book is a compilation of poems by a renowned 19th-century English poet, known for his mastery in dramatic monologue. The collection showcases his unique style and his exploration of themes such as love, death, and spirituality. The poems reveal his philosophical insights and his ability to create complex psychological portraits of characters, thereby offering readers a profound understanding of the human condition.

  2. 2. The Ring And The Book

    The narrative poem unfolds a complex true crime story from 17th-century Rome, revolving around a gruesome murder case. It delves into the perspectives of different characters involved, including the murderer, the victim, the lawyers, and the Pope, each providing their own version of the events leading up to the crime. The poem's unique structure, comprising twelve books, allows the reader to explore the multifaceted nature of truth and justice, as the same story is retold with varying biases and interpretations, highlighting the subjectivity of human perception and the intricacies of legal and moral judgment.