02072cam a22003253u 4500 12817 UtSlPG 20260610133314.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 04019421 UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Dowden, Edward, 1843-1913 Robert Browning Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-07-05 Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Wilelmina Mallière and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team. "Robert Browning" by Edward Dowden is a biographical account written in the early 20th century. This work focuses on the life and mind of the poet Robert Browning, aiming to provide insights into his literary achievements and the spiritual dimensions of his work. It explores Browning's background, influences, and the development of his poetry, emphasizing the significance of his contributions to English literature. The opening of the biography introduces the concept of a "biography of the mind," highlighting the importance of understanding Browning's internal journey as a poet rather than simply chronicling his external experiences. It discusses the challenges of deciphering his complex thoughts and poems, reflecting on how his optimistic perspective offers a counter to the materialism of his time. The text outlines Browning's early life, his familial influences, his education, and the initial forays into poetry, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of his work and legacy in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Browning, Robert, 1812-1889 Poets, English -- 19th century -- Biography https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/12817 54211 54211