A Handbook to the Works of Browning (6th ed.)

"A Handbook to the Works of Robert Browning" by Mrs. Sutherland Orr is a guide crafted for those venturing into the intricate world of Robert Browning's poetry. This literary companion acts as an introduction and a detailed map, providing clues to better understand Browning's vast collection, offering vital examinations of his recurring subjects, distinct writing style, and specific poems. The handbook starts with an introduction where the author explains her task of summarizing Browning's complicated works into a readable format. Orr thinks about how to fix past problems and offers advice on how to understand Browning's unusual way of writing poetry. In this beginning part, the author highlights Browning's talent for dramatic and philosophical poetry, marked by a creative focus on true human emotions and experiences, getting things ready for more detailed studies of important poems like "Pauline," "Paracelsus," and "Sordello," pointing out their main ideas and importance in Browning's literary works.