TY  - BOOK
AU  - Dowden,Edward
TI  - Robert Browning
AV  - PR 
PY  - 2004///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Browning, Robert, 1812-1889
KW  - Poets, English -- 19th century -- Biography
N1  - Release date is 2004-07-05; Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Wilelmina Mallière and the Online
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N2  - "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.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/12817
ER  -