02180cam a22003493u 4500 28041 UtSlPG 20260610133635.0 m cr n 260607r2009||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 09028259 UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Browning, Robert, 1812-1889 Selections from the Poems and Plays of Robert Browning Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2009 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2009-02-09 E-text prepared by Brian Sogard, Carla Foust, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team "Selections from the Poems and Plays of Robert Browning" by Robert Browning is a collection of poetry and dramatic works written in the mid-19th century. This anthology showcases Browning's extensive body of work, highlighting his innovative use of dramatic monologues and his exploration of complex human emotions. It serves as a gateway to the themes of love, ambition, and existential inquiry that permeate his poetry. At the start of this edition, readers are introduced to important biographical and literary contexts surrounding Robert Browning's life and work. The opening portion provides a glimpse into his early childhood, education, and influences, setting the foundation for understanding the depth and complexity of his poetic voice. It details Browning’s precocious talent, early literary experiences, and eminent literary friendships, ultimately reflecting how his formative years shaped his unique approach to poetry and drama. This contextual grounding is vital for appreciating the selections included in the anthology. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Drama English poetry Poetry -- Collections Reynolds, Myra, 1853-1936 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/28041 68950 68950