""Letters From Elizabeth Barrett To B. R. Haydon"" is a collection of letters written by Elizabeth Barrett, one of the most famous poets of the Victorian era, to Benjamin Robert Haydon, a painter and writer. The letters were compiled and edited by Martha Hale Shackford and were originally published in 1916.The letters span a period of almost 20 years, from 1823 to 1842, and provide a fascinating insight into the life and thoughts of Elizabeth Barrett during this time. The letters cover a wide range of topics, including ...
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""Letters From Elizabeth Barrett To B. R. Haydon"" is a collection of letters written by Elizabeth Barrett, one of the most famous poets of the Victorian era, to Benjamin Robert Haydon, a painter and writer. The letters were compiled and edited by Martha Hale Shackford and were originally published in 1916.The letters span a period of almost 20 years, from 1823 to 1842, and provide a fascinating insight into the life and thoughts of Elizabeth Barrett during this time. The letters cover a wide range of topics, including literature, art, politics, and personal matters. They also reveal the close friendship that developed between Barrett and Haydon, who provided her with support and encouragement during some of the most difficult periods of her life.Throughout the letters, Barrett's wit, intelligence, and passion for life shine through, as she discusses everything from her own writing to the works of other poets and writers. She also shares her opinions on social issues of the day, such as slavery and women's rights.Overall, ""Letters From Elizabeth Barrett To B. R. Haydon"" is a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of the most celebrated poets of the Victorian era, and a testament to the enduring power of friendship and intellectual exchange.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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