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Aurora Leigh
Paperback
Poetry CriticismGeneral Poetry
ISBN13: 9781025230238
Publisher: Hutson Street Press
Published: May 22 2025
Pages: 406
Weight: 1.25
Height: 0.83 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Aurora Leigh is Elizabeth Barrett Browning's ambitious verse novel, a compelling narrative that intertwines personal growth with social commentary. Through the journey of its eponymous heroine, the poem explores themes of female independence, artistic ambition, and the role of women in Victorian society. From her upbringing in Italy to her literary pursuits in London, Aurora confronts societal expectations and strives to define her own path as a poet and a woman.
Browning's work is a powerful statement on the importance of female education and the limitations imposed upon women's intellectual and creative expression. This edition offers readers a chance to engage with a significant work of Victorian literature, celebrated for its lyrical beauty and its enduring relevance to discussions of gender, art, and society.
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