The Poetry of Elizabeth Barrett Browning

Explore the life of Elizabeth Barrett Moulton Barrett, born in 1806 into a wealthy family with roots in the sugar trade. Despite facing a decline in her family’s fortunes and battling an illness compounded by morphine addiction, Elizabeth's poetic voice garnered acclaim in both England and America. Her profound works, including the celebrated "Sonnets from the Portuguese," reflect her personal struggles and views on social issues, culminating in a passionate but complex relationship with fellow poet Robert Browning. This audiobook, narrated by Ghizela Rowe and Richard Mitchley, delves into her enduring legacy until her death in 1861.