Robert Browning 200th Anniversary Collection


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Celebrate the legacy of Robert Browning with this curated collection of his poetry and prose, brought to life by LibriVox volunteers. This anthology showcases a selection of Browning's most significant works, reflecting his mastery of language and exploration of the human experience.

Born in 1812, Browning was a pivotal figure in Victorian literature, known for his dramatic monologues and innovative use of form. This collection not only highlights his poetic genius but also offers insights into his thoughts and philosophies through his prose.

Listeners will encounter themes of love, identity, and the complexities of the human condition, all delivered in Browning's distinctive voice. Whether you are a long-time admirer or new to his work, this collection provides a rich tapestry of Browning's literary contributions, inviting you to delve into the mind of one of poetry's greats.

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Andrea del Sarto 15:49 Read by Keri Ford
Apparitions 1:03 Read by nbvoices
Caliban Upon Setebos 19:17 Read by Elizabeth Klett
Cavalier Tunes 3:55 Read by NoelBadrian
Childe Roland to the Dark Tower Came 13:16 Read by Algy Pug
Conclusion from Life and Letters of Robert Browning 11:12 Read by Martin Geeson
De Gustibus 3:07 Read by Martin Geeson
Donald 8:51 Read by Snapdragon
Epilogue to Asolando 1:52 Read by April Gonzales
Gold Hair, A Story of Pornic 8:15 Read by Amanda Brewer
A Grammarian's Funeral Shortly after the Revival of Learning 9:39 Read by Martin Geeson
Home Thoughts, from Abroad 1:42 Read by April Gonzales
How They Brought The Good News From Ghent To Aix 3:45 Read by Patrick Wallace
The Lost Leader 2:06 Read by Michael Dalling
Love Among the Ruins 3:49 Read by Patti Cunningham
Mesmerism 7:18 Read by Martin Geeson
My Last Duchess 4:12 Read by Rhonda Federman
My Star 0:57 Read by Rhonda Federman
Now 1:09 Read by Amy Gramour
Pan and Luna 9:22 Read by Martin Geeson
Porphyria's Lover 3:43 Read by Rhonda Federman
Prospice 2:06 Read by April Gonzales
Soliloquy of the Spanish Cloister 4:55 Read by Martin Geeson
Song 0:56 Read by Michael Dalling
Speculative 0:55 Read by Amy Gramour
Summum Bonum 0:54 Read by Amanda Brewer
A Tale 4:43 Read by Algy Pug
White Witchcraft 1:08 Read by Amy Gramour
Why I Am a Liberal 1:28 Read by Martin Geeson
A Woman's Last Word 1:44 Read by Rhonda Federman