Elizabeth Barrett / Frances Winwar / Robert Browning
Librería Samer Atenea
Kálamo Books
Librería Elías (Asturias)
Librería Kolima (Madrid)
Librería Proteo (Málaga)
'The Immortal Lovers' is a compelling and evocative biography that explores the profound lives and legendary romance of two of the Victorian era’s most celebrated poets: Elizabeth Barrett Browning and Robert Browning. Written by acclaimed biographer Frances Winwar, the work delves into the personal and professional journeys of these literary giants, tracing their lives from their initial correspondence to their secret marriage and subsequent life together in Italy.The narrative captures the intensity of their intellectual and emotional bond, illustrating how their love served as a powerful catalyst for their respective poetic achievements. Winwar provides a rich historical context, painting a vivid picture of the 19th-century literary landscape and the societal constraints that the couple famously defied. Readers are offered an intimate look at Elizabeth’s transition from a reclusive invalid under her father’s strict rule to a celebrated poet and devoted wife, alongside Robert’s steadfast devotion and his own rise to literary prominence.As a study of creative genius and enduring passion, 'The Immortal Lovers' remains an essential resource for those interested in English literature, Victorian history, and the intersection of life and art. The work stands as a testament to the transformative power of love and its ability to inspire some of the most cherished verses in the English language.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
