Robert Browning's Prose Life Of Strafford (1892)

By Robert Browning and John Foster

Book Overview

Robert Browning's Prose Life of Strafford is a historical biography written by the famous Victorian poet Robert Browning. The book tells the story of Thomas Wentworth, the Earl of Strafford, who was a prominent figure in English politics during the 17th century. Strafford was a controversial figure, known for his loyalty to King Charles I and his role in the English Civil War. Browning's biography explores Strafford's life and career, including his rise to power, his political and religious beliefs, and his eventual downfall and execution. The book is written in Browning's signature poetic style, with vivid descriptions and lyrical language. It offers a unique perspective on one of the most tumultuous periods in English history and is a must-read for anyone interested in the political and social landscape of 17th-century England.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: 1165693119
• ISBN13: 9781165693115
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 396 Pages
• Weight: 1.16 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"