Life and Letters of Robert Browning by Mrs. Sutherland Orr and Robert Browning

"Life and Letters of Robert Browning" by Mrs. Sutherland Orr is a biographical compilation written in the late 19th century. This work presents an intimate exploration of the life, family background, and evolving literary career of the renowned poet Robert Browning, enriched by personal correspondence and insights from his sister and daughter. It delves into Browning's childhood, literary influences, and the various relationships that shaped his artistic sensibilities. The opening of the book introduces the origins of the Browning family, focusing particularly on Robert Browning's grandfather and father. It highlights a complex family dynamic characterized by strife and influence, laying the groundwork for understanding the poet's early years. Robert's childhood is depicted with detail, showcasing his vivid imagination, early love of storytelling, and the strong bond he shared with his mother. As the narrative progresses, it hints at the restlessness and brilliant mental endowments of young Browning, setting the stage for the literary genius that he would later become. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Orr, Sutherland, Mrs., 1828-1903
Author Browning, Robert, 1812-1889
Title Life and Letters of Robert Browning
Credits Produced by Alan Light and David Widger
Reading Level Reading ease score: 65.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Browning, Robert, 1812-1889
Subject Poets, English -- 19th century -- Biography
Category Text
eBook-No. 655
Release Date
Last Update Mar 20, 2013
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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