Sonnets from the Portuguese by Elizabeth Barrett Browning is a classic collection of love sonnets that capture the deep emotion of love and passion. Originally published in 1850, this timeless work of poetry speaks to the soul and has inspired generations of readers. Browning's beautiful and passionate writing conveys a powerful message of love and devotion that will leave you inspired and moved. Included in this collection are some of her most beloved and still quoted love poems, including How do I love thee? Let me count the ways... (Sonnet 43) and Yes, call me by my pet-name... (Sonnet 33). Whether you are a fan of poetry or a lover of romance, Sonnets from the Portuguese is a must-read classic that will stay with you for years to come. This pocket edition is beautifully laid-out -- roughly the footprint of a mass-market paperback, it is convenient to carry in a pocket, a purse, a brief-case, or in your hand, but with typeset that is large enough for easy reading and margins that are wide-enough for marking-up by students of any age. Elizabeth Barrett Browning (1806-1861) was a celebrated English poet and playwright of the Victorian era. She is best known for her Sonnets from the Portuguese and her long narrative poem, Aurora Leigh . Barrett Browning was born in Durham, England and grew up in a large, affluent family. She was educated at home by her father, who was an avid scholar, and her mother, who was fluent in several languages. As a young girl, she developed a love of poetry and began to write her own works. Barrett Browning was also a gifted linguist and was fluent in several languages, including Greek, Latin, French and Italian. At the age of twelve, Barrett Browning published her first volume of poetry, titled The Battle of Marathon . This was followed by several other collections of poetry, including Sonnets from the Portuguese , which was published in 1850 and is widely considered to be her masterpiece. In 1845, Barrett Browning married the poet Robert Browning, and the two moved to Italy. During her time in Italy, she wrote many of her most famous works, including Aurora Leigh and Casa Guidi Windows . Barrett Browning was an influential figure in the Victorian literary world and is remembered as one of the most important female poets of the period. Her work was praised for its beauty and lyricism, and her legacy continues to inspire writers and readers today.