The Book Of The Poets By Elizabeth Barrett Browning (1877)

The Book of the Poets is a collection of biographical sketches and critical essays on some of the most prominent poets of the English language, written by Elizabeth Barrett Browning and published in 1877. The book features profiles of poets from Chaucer to Tennyson, and includes Browning’s personal reflections on their works and styles.In her introduction, Browning explains that she wrote the book as a way to share her love of poetry with others, and to offer guidance to those who may be new to the art form. She also emphasizes the importance of reading poetry not just for pleasure, but for its ability to inspire and uplift the soul.The book is divided into several sections, each devoted to a different period in English literary history. Within each section, Browning provides brief biographical sketches of the poets, followed by her own critical analysis of their works. She offers insights into the themes, imagery, and language used by each poet, and often includes excerpts from their most famous works.Throughout the book, Browning’s own poetic voice shines through, as she shares her own thoughts and feelings about the poets and their works. Her writing is lyrical and passionate, and reflects her deep love and appreciation for the art of poetry.Overall, The Book of the Poets is a valuable resource for anyone interested in English literature and poetry. Browning’s insightful commentary and engaging writing style make it a pleasure to read, and her passion for the subject is contagious.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.