Poems Of The Intellect And The Affections (1865)

By Elizabeth Barrett Browning and Professor Elizabeth Barrett Browning

Book Overview

""Poems of the Intellect and the Affections"" is a collection of poems written by Elizabeth Barrett Browning and published in 1865. The collection is divided into two parts: the first part contains poems that explore intellectual themes such as philosophy, religion, and politics, while the second part is focused on the emotions and the human experience. The poems in the first part of the collection are characterized by their complexity and depth. They tackle weighty subjects such as the nature of God, the meaning of life, and the role of the individual in society. Browning's writing is marked by her intellectual curiosity and her willingness to grapple with difficult questions. The second part of the collection is more personal and emotional. These poems are often introspective, exploring the inner workings of the human heart and mind. They touch on themes such as love, loss, and the passage of time. Browning's writing is marked by its sensitivity and its ability to capture the nuances of human emotion. Overall, ""Poems of the Intellect and the Affections"" is a rich and varied collection that showcases Browning's range as a poet. It is a testament to her intellectual curiosity, her emotional depth, and her mastery of language.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120677408
• ISBN13: 9781120677402
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"