The Brontes (Phoenix Hardback Poetry)

by PamelaNorris (Editor)

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  Hardcover
  2005

  $19.39

  Come hither, child--who gifted theeWith power to touch that string so well?--From Come Hither, Child by Emily Bronte Though best known for their novels, Charlotte and Emily Bronte, and siblings Anne and Patrick Branwell, also wrote remarkable poetry. The finest examples from each of the four appear here, and they present fascinating images of nature, character portraits, dark musings, and deeply emotional reflections. From Charlotte comes The Teacher's Monologue; Patrick's work includes Death Triumphant; Emily offers a series of songs, and Anne is represented by The Captive Dove, and more.

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  Paperback
  1997

  $3.42

  These poems offer glimpses of the joys and sorrows of the Brontes, whose lives and works have become modern-day cultural touchstones