St. John In The Desert An Introduction And Notes To Browning's A Death In The Desert (1897)

St. John In The Desert is a book that serves as an introduction and notes to Robert Browning's A Death In The Desert, which was published in 1897. The book provides a detailed analysis of Browning's poem, which is a dramatic monologue that tells the story of the death of St. John the Apostle in the desert. The author of St. John In The Desert, Robert Browning, was a prominent Victorian poet and playwright known for his dramatic monologues. In this book, he explores the themes and motifs present in A Death In The Desert, including the nature of faith, the role of religion in society, and the power of storytelling.The book is divided into several sections, each of which provides a different perspective on Browning's poem. The introduction provides an overview of the historical and literary context in which the poem was written, as well as an analysis of its structure and themes. The subsequent sections offer a line-by-line commentary on the poem, highlighting its key themes, symbols, and literary devices.Overall, St. John In The Desert is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Robert Browning's poetry or Victorian literature more broadly. It offers a detailed analysis of one of Browning's most important works, shedding light on its meaning and significance for contemporary readers.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.