How do I love thee? Let me count the ways...

{HISTORY}

Elizabeth Barrett Browning (1806-1861) is one of the best known female poets in the entire English language. Born in England in 1806 she was a prolific writer throughout her life, especially during her courtship and marriage to fellow poet Robert Browning. Despite ill health and a dependence on laudanum, Elizabeth wrote insightful, sensitive poetry highlighting the vulnerabilities of love and emotional attachment.  Still resonating with readers to this day, her sonnets are often recited during wedding ceremonies and reception toasts around the world. Sonnets from the Portuguese was first published in 1850. This edition by Hanoover House was published in 1954

{SPECIAL FEATURES}

- Illustrated by world-renowned midcentury artist Adolf Hallman

- Contains 44 sonnets and 22 additional love poems 

- Original dust jacket and illustrated front coverboard

- Contains a beautiful bookplate with previous owners name and a gift inscription on inside endpaper

{CONDITION}

Some edgewear along the top and bottom of dust jacket as well as foxing on the inside jacket flap. Price clipped. Interior pages are clean and bright and free of markings. 

{SIZE}

Measures 6.25" inches (width) x 9.5" inches (length) x .6" inches depth

{WHY IT'S FABULOUS}

Whether you are the maid of honor at an upcoming wedding in need of inspiration for your toast or you want to start date night off on a romantic note, there is no better combo than Elizabeth's gorgeous words and an equally lovely glass of champagne. The effect of both is swoon-worthy and sure to impress your audience, whether it might one or many.