Robert Southey
Robert Southey was an English poet of the Romantic school, and Poet Laureate from 1813 until his death. Like the other Lake Poets, William Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge, Southey began as a radical but became steadily more conservative as he gained respect for Britain and its institutions. Other romantics such as Byron accused him of siding with the establishment for money and status. He is remembered especially for the poem "After Blenheim" and the original version of "Goldilocks and the Three Bears".
History of the Peninsular War, Volume 1 (of 6)
Witness the clash of empires as Spain and Portugal rise against Napoleon's France in a fight for their homelands and future.
By Robert Southey
The doctor, &c., vol. 5 (of 7)
Two clever minds playfully clash over the naming of an unusual foal, sparking a delightful exploration of history, knowledge, and the everyday wonder of it all.
By Robert Southey
The doctor, &c., vol. 3 (of 7)
In a world of societal expectations, one man’s grief over the loss of his wife intertwines with his rediscovery of familial bonds and the promise of new love.
By Robert Southey
Roderick, the last of the Goths : $b A tragic poem
In a kingdom besieged by enemies and haunted by past sins, a fallen king embarks on a path of repentance, seeking redemption amid betrayal and war.
By Robert Southey
Letters from England, Volume 1 (of 3)
Witness England's customs and landscapes through the discerning eyes of a fictional Spanish traveler, as he navigates a world both fascinating and foreign.
By Robert Southey
Thalaba the Destroyer
Driven by vengeance after his father's murder, a young boy journeys through a mystical land where fate and magic collide.
By Robert Southey
The Life of Horatio, Lord Nelson
From a humble beginning, a young boy's passion for the sea leads him to become a legendary admiral, facing danger and shaping history with his courageous spirit.
By Robert Southey
Poems
Experience a heartfelt voyage through love, loss, and the quest for freedom as one man reflects through poetic verse.
By Robert Southey
Letters from England, Volume 2 (of 3)
An outsider's journey across England reveals both the wonders and the follies of a nation through insightful observations and witty commentary.
By Robert Southey
Sir Thomas More, or, Colloquies on the Progress and Prospects of Society
A narrator finds himself in deep talks with a ghost, questioning society's path and morals amidst a world teetering between progress and decay.
By Robert Southey
The doctor, &c., vol. 7 (of 7)
A tapestry of wit, historical musings, and theological debates are interwoven to explore the human condition.
By Robert Southey
History of the Peninsular War, Volume 6 (of 6)
Amidst brutal battles and strategic masterminds, a relentless struggle for control ignites merciless revenge.
By Robert Southey
History of the Peninsular War, Volume 4 (of 6)
In a Europe shadowed by war, British and Spanish forces face Napoleon's armies, but their alliance is tested by pride, errors, and the fires of battle.
By Robert Southey
The doctor, &c., vol. 6 (of 7)
In a world of historical echoes and philosophical whispers, a character reflects on mortality while investigating the profound depths of language, all in the pursuit of life's elusive meaning.
By Robert Southey
History of the Peninsular War, Volume 3 (of 6)
Amidst political treachery and military might, an alliance rises in a desperate struggle for freedom during a relentless war.
By Robert Southey
History of the Peninsular War, Volume 2 (of 6)
In a city under siege, brave citizens rise up against a powerful army, showing the incredible strength of unity and determination when everything is on the line.
By Robert Southey
The Curse of Kehama, Volume 1 (of 2)
A cruel king's curse sets off a chain of events involving love, revenge, and meddling gods, forever changing the fate of his son and a young woman.
By Robert Southey
Poems, 1799
In a world of dreams and haunting specters, a heroine confronts her destiny amidst despair, questioning the boundaries of heroism and sacrifice.
By Robert Southey
History of the Peninsular War, Volume 5 (of 6)
In a war-torn Spain, French and Spanish forces clash in sieges and battles, testing soldiers' morale and civilians' resilience amidst ever-changing guerrilla warfare.
By Robert Southey
Letters from England, Volume 3 (of 3)
Through witty letters from a fictional foreigner, a nation's peculiar customs and hidden flaws are revealed, challenging readers to question everything they thought they knew.
By Robert Southey