Robert Browning (Poetry for Young People S.) - Hardcover

"Gillooly's clear introductions give valuable assistance in understanding ...Spector's spectacular, energy-filled paintings further illuminate the meanings of the poetry, providing historical details and defining settings.""--School Library Journal" "Colorful pastels fill the inside, vividly bringing to life the drama, beauty, and action of these reader-friendly selections. All will engage readers as well as stimulate them to think. A spirited addition to the "Poetry for Young People" series.""--Children's Literature"

Robert Browning was one of the greatest poets of the Victorian age - perhaps of any age. His poetry has mysteries and a beauty of language that young readers will love to explore - perfect for parents to read aloud and/or along with their children. Now, introduce children to Browning's most accessible work with this volume illustrated in full colour with paintings specially dommissioned from Joel Spector. The pieces are fully annotated with difficult vocabulary defined and contexts explained. The 25 exerpts and selections include: * The Pied Piper of Hamlyn * Pippa Passes * My Last Duchess * * Home Thoughts From Abroad ("Oh to be in England, Now that April's there...") * * Memorabilia * Love Among the Ruins * Boot and Saddle * * James Lee's Wife: In the Doorway * Prospice *