The Letters of Elizabeth Barrett Browning (Volume 1 of 2)

"The Letters of Elizabeth Barrett Browning" by Elizabeth Barrett Browning is a compilation of personal letters that gives readers an intimate view into the world of a celebrated Victorian poet, Elizabeth Barrett Browning, and her interactions with figures like her husband, Robert Browning. The book starts with an introduction by the editor, Frederic G. Kenyon, who explains his careful selection process to honor the privacy of Browning and her family. The initial letters share details about Elizabeth's youth in Herefordshire, her battles with illness, and the growth of her love for poetry. Through these writings, we see Elizabeth's connections with her family, her first literary works, and her profound feelings, particularly during times of grief, which come together to show a picture of a caring and smart woman.