The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies
Enriched edition. Exploring Browning's Vision: Love, Morality, and Ambition in Victorian LiteratureBy Robert Browning
Length144h 40m
About this audiobook
Robert Browning's "The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies" is an expansive collection that encapsulates the breadth of his literary contribution, showcasing his mastery in dramatic monologue and rich character exploration. The compilation traverses various themes, including love, death, and morality, while employing a variety of styles'—ranging from the vivid imagistic language found in his famous poem "My Last Duchess" to the introspective lyricism of his later works. It situates Browning within the context of the Victorian literary landscape, reflecting both the innovations of the era and the poet's unique voice that often defied conventional poetic forms. Born in 1812 in Camberwell, London, Browning was raised in a culturally rich environment that fostered his early literary ambitions. His marriage to fellow poet Elizabeth Barrett Browning and their shared intellectual pursuits profoundly influenced his work. Browning's experiences with the complexities of human emotion and relationships, as well as his engagement with contemporary philosophical ideas, are vividly captured in this comprehensive volume, illuminating his profound understanding of the human condition. "The Complete Works" is an essential read for those interested in the evolution of modern poetry and the intricacies of dramatic narrative. Browning's eloquence and psychological insight make this anthology a significant addition to any literary collection, providing a timeless exploration of human experience that resonates across generations.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- An Introduction draws the threads together, discussing why these diverse authors and texts belong in one collection.
- Historical Context explores the cultural and intellectual currents that shaped these works, offering insight into the shared (or contrasting) eras that influenced each writer.
- A combined Synopsis (Selection) briefly outlines the key plots or arguments of the included pieces, helping readers grasp the anthology's overall scope without giving away essential twists.
- A collective Analysis highlights common themes, stylistic variations, and significant crossovers in tone and technique, tying together writers from different backgrounds.
- Reflection questions encourage readers to compare the different voices and perspectives within the collection, fostering a richer understanding of the overarching conversation.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★★ 4.6 (124)
Includes Amazon, Goodreads
GenrePoetry
Length144 hrs 40 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJan 6, 2024
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2Introduction
3Historical Context
4Synopsis (Selection)
5The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 1)
Show all chaptersShow less
6The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 2)
7The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 3)
8The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 4)
9The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 5)
10The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 6)
11The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 7)
12The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 8)
13The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 9)
14The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 10)
15The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 11)
16The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 12)
17The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 13)
18The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 14)
19The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 15)
20The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 16)
21The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 17)
22The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 18)
23The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 19)
24The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 20)
25The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 21)
26The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 22)
27The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 23)
28The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 24)
29The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 25)
30The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 26)
31The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 27)
32The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 28)
33The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 29)
34The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 30)
35The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 31)
36The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 32)
37The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 33)
38The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 34)
39The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 35)
40The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 36)
41The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 37)
42The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 38)
43The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 39)
44The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 40)
45The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 41)
46The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 42)
47The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 43)
48The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 44)
49The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 45)
50The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (pt. 46)
The Pied Piper of Hamelin (With Original Illustrations)Robert Browning6h 46m4.1 (5.7K)$1.99 · $0.00
The Ring and the Book (Unabridged)Robert Browning20h 24m4.1 (1.1K)$1.99 · $0.00
Porphyria's Lover (Complete Edition) (Annotated)Robert Browning7h 52m$2 · $0.00
The Complete Poems of Robert Browning - 22 Poetry Collections in One Edition (Annotated)Robert Browning72h 50m3.6 (25)$2 · $0.00
The Love Letters of Robert Browning and Elizabeth Barrett Barrett (Annotated)Robert Browning, Elizabeth Barrett Barrett31h 42m4.3 (1.9K)$3 · $0.00
The Complete Poetry (Annotated)Robert Browning72h 52m4.4 (316)$2 · $0.00
Love Letters of Robert Browning and Elizabeth Barrett Barrett (Annotated)Robert Browning, Elizabeth Barrett Barrett31h 39m4.6 (142)$2 · $0.00
The Pied Piper of Hamelin (Complete Edition) (Annotated)Robert Browning8h 4m$2 · $0.00
The Pied Piper of Hamelin (Children's Classic) (Annotated)Robert Browning8h 8m4.4 (202)$2 · $0.00
The Complete Works: Poetry, Plays, Letters, Biographies (Annotated)Robert Browning144h 47m$2 · $0.00
The Complete Plays (Annotated)Robert Browning29h 13m4.6 (12)$1.99 · $0.00
Pomegranates from an English GardenRobert Browning4h 23m4.4 (136)$2 · $0.00
Bishop Blougram's ApologyRobert Browning2h4.3 (61)$1 · $0.00
The Love Letters of Elizabeth Barrett Browning & Robert BrowningRobert Browning, Elizabeth Barrett Barrett30h 44m4.3 (186)$1 · $0.00
The Two Poets of CroisicRobert Browning2h 20m$2 · $0.00
Poesía EscogidaRobert Browning3h 38m4.1 (14)$3 · $0.00
Mr. Sludge, "The Medium"Robert Browning2h 33m$1 · $0.00
PaulineRobert Browning2h 6m3.6 (90)$1 · $0.00
Selections from the Poems and Plays of Robert BrowningRobert Browning11h 28m$2 · $0.00
Balaustion's AdventureRobert Browning2h 11m$1 · $0.00
TerraformPropaganda5h 39m4.7 (594)$24 · $0.00
Maybe You Never Cry AgainBernie Mac4h 25m4.6 (3K)$20 · $0.00
Inquire WithinIn-Q2h 18m4.6 (993)$16 · $0.00
The Poetic EddaJackson Crawford6h 24m4.5 (19.8K)$17
The Complete Poetry (The Classic Illustrated Edition)Samuel Taylor Coleridge26h 23m4.6 (1.3K)$1.99 · $0.00
The Weary Blues (Annotated)Langston Hughes2h 13m4.5 (4.6K)$2 · $0.00
The Complete Poetical Works of Edgar Allan Poe (Illustrated)Edgar Allan Poe18h 27m4.5 (4.2K)$2 · $0.00
Stranger MusicLeonard Cohen5h 45m4.5 (3.5K)$20
The Essential Rumi, New Expanded EditionJalal ad-Din Muhammad Rumi9h 24m4.5 (56.9K)$20
The Complete Poetry (Annotated)Oscar Wilde6h 44m4.5 (15.5K)$2 · $0.00
Saundarya LahariUnknown Author3h 16m4.6 (256)$18 · $0.00
The Mesnevi (Annotated)Maulana Jalal al-Din Rumi18h 41m4.5 (4.2K)$2 · $0.00
Songs of a SourdoughRobert W. Service2h 13m4.5 (13.6K)$1 · $0.00
Little Flower of Jesus (Annotated)Thérèse of Lisieux5h 4m4.5 (1.4K)$1.99 · $0.00
The Poems of LeopardiGiacomo Leopardi3h 9m4.5 (3.6K)$2 · $0.00
Nikki Giovanni: Love Poems & A Good CryNikki Giovanni2h 44m4.6 (405)$18 · $0.00
The Complete Poetry of Walt Whitman (Annotated)Walt Whitman19h 58m4.5 (4.2K)$1.99 · $0.00
A Year with RumiColeman Barks5h 56m4.5 (2.6K)$24 · $0.00
Complete Poetry of Rudyard Kipling (Annotated)Rudyard Kipling22h 50m4.5 (2.6K)$3.99 · $0.00
The Complete PoemsPaul Laurence Dunbar12h 40m4.5 (1.5K)$21 · $0.00
You may also like
The Tower (Annotated)W. B. Yeats2h 38m4.2 (2.6K)$1.99 · $0.00
The Last Love SongTracy Daugherty26h 41m4.0 (3.6K)$30
Queen VictoriaLytton Strachey10h 29m3.9 (4.2K)$1 · $0.00
The Complete Poetry (Annotated)Oscar Wilde6h 44m4.5 (15.5K)$2 · $0.00
Poetical Works of Matthew ArnoldMatthew Arnold11h 18m4.0 (264)$1 · $0.00
The History of England (Complete 6 Volumes)David Hume131h 50m4.3 (753)$1 · $0.00
The Poetry of Oscar WildeOscar Wilde5h 59m4.1 (885)$1 · $0.00
Hamlet (The Unabridged Play) + The Classic Biography: The Life of William Shakespeare (Annotated)William Shakespeare17h 28m4.6 (1.2K)$1.99 · $0.00
Mrs Dalloway in Bond StreetVirginia Woolf21m3.9 (1.9K)$2.30
Time RegainedMarcel Proust15h 54m4.5 (10.6K)$2 · $0.00
THE COMPLETE ESSAYS OF MONTAIGNE (Annotated Edition)Michel de Montaigne46h 38m4.3 (22.6K)$1 · $0.00
ULYSSES (Modern Classics Series) (Annotated)James Joyce33h 15m4.1 (178.9K)$1.99 · $0.00
The RepublicPlato13h 29m4.1 (263.7K)$21 · $0.00
On the SublimeLonginus1h 59m4.0 (1.6K)Free
HyperionJohn Keats23h 1m4.2 (2.9K)$2 · $0.00
Imaginary PortraitsWalter Pater4h 8m3.8 (49)$1 · $0.00
Lyrics from the Song-Books of the Elizabethan AgeVarious5h 1m4.2 (43)$2 · $0.00
As You Like It (The Unabridged Play) + The Classic Biography (Annotated)William Shakespeare, Sidney Lee16h 59m$2 · $0.00
Famous Composers and Their Works (Vol. 1&2)Various30h 8m$1 · $0.00
The Works Of Lord Byron, Letters and Journals, Vol 2Lord Byron19h 21m$2.30