Browning's Heroines by Ethel Colburn Mayne
"Browning's Heroines" by Ethel Colburn Mayne is a literary analysis written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the female characters portrayed in the poetry of Robert Browning, exploring their significance, individuality, and the broader themes of femininity and female empowerment through various sections. Mayne’s focus on Browning's heroines provides a fresh perspective on their roles and the poet’s treatment of womanhood. The opening of the work sets the stage
for a thoughtful examination of Browning’s female characters, beginning with a preface that reflects on the poet's enduring relevance and the complexities of his work. Mayne argues for the depth and bravery embodied by Browning’s heroines, illustrating how they signify a modern understanding of female identity. She highlights the poet’s unique ability to portray young women not merely as objects of desire but as complex beings with their own hopes and challenges. The analysis begins with a comparison of Browning's approach to other literary representations of women, noting how he elevates girlhood into an admirable and independent existence worthy of celebration and study. The introduction emphasizes the blend of lyrical beauty and profound thematic exploration Mayne aims to demonstrate throughout the rest of her work. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Mayne, Ethel Colburn, -1941 |
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| Illustrator | Armfield, Maxwell, 1881-1972 |
| Title | Browning's Heroines |
| Note | Reading ease score: 76.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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Produced by Ted Garvin, Michael Zeug, Lisa Reigel, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Browning, Robert, 1812-1889 -- Characters -- Women |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 21247 |
| Release Date | Apr 28, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 2, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 138 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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