Sordello (1840) Hardback - 2010

Sordello is a long narrative poem written by Robert Browning and published in 1840. The poem is set in 13th century Italy and tells the story of Sordello, a troubadour and poet who struggles to find his place in society and fulfill his artistic ambitions. Sordello is a complex and challenging work, characterized by its dense and often obscure language, intricate structure, and thematic richness. The poem explores a wide range of philosophical, historical, and literary themes, including the nature of art and creativity, the relationship between the individual and society, the tension between tradition and innovation, and the role of history and memory in shaping human identity.Despite its initial critical reception, which was largely negative, Sordello has since come to be regarded as a landmark of Victorian poetry and a key work in Browning's oeuvre. Its innovative style and ambitious scope have inspired generations of readers and scholars, and its themes and ideas continue to resonate with contemporary audiences.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.