"Robert Browning: How to Know Him" by William Lyon Phelps is a study of the famous Victorian poet, Robert Browning. It looks at his life and work to help readers understand his poems. The book starts by talking about Browning's family and how they helped him become a poet. His parents supported his interest in books, and he learned a lot on his own, giving him a wide range of knowledge. His life experiences, like his great love for Elizabeth Barrett Browning, shaped his writing greatly. Showing how Browning's life and personality are important for understanding his poetry which is explored in details.
Robert Browning: How to Know Him
By William Lyon Phelps
Discover the life and loves behind the verses of a complex poet, whose personal experiences shaped his unique voice.
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2005-10-01
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About the AuthorWilliam Lyon Phelps was an American author, critic and scholar. He taught the first American university course on the modern novel. He had a radio show, wrote a daily syndicated newspaper column, lectured frequently, and published numerous books and articles.
William Lyon Phelps was an American author, critic and scholar. He taught the first American university course on the modern novel. He had a radio show, wrote a daily syndicated newspaper column, lectured frequently, and published numerous books and articles.
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