Robert Browning

This stimulating study takes a fresh look at Browning's poetry and at some of the key themes that run through his work. Part I uses carefully selected extracts for close textual analysis, while Part II examines Browning's life, contexts and a sample of criticism. Using some of Browning s most widely studied poems, this book will develop students close reading technique and help them to articulate their own responses to poetry.

General Editor's Preface.- Introduction.- PART I: ANALYSING ROBERT BROWNING'S POETRY.- 1. Sex, Gender and the Construction of Identity.- 2. Missions and Journeys.- 3. Poetry and Painters.- 4. Religion - Fears and Scruples.- PART II: THE CONTEXT AND THE CRITICS 5. Browning's Life and Works.- 6. The Context of Browning's Poems.- 7. Sample of Critical Views.- Further Reading.- Index.