Robert Browning Robert Browning was an English poet and playwright born on May 7, 1812, in Camberwell, London. Browning was educated at home by his parents and developed an interest in poetry at a young age. His first collection of poems, "Pauline: A Fragment of a Cnfession," was published anonymously in 1833. In 1845, Browning married the poet Elizabeth Barrett and the couple moved to Italy, where they lived for 15 years. During this time, Browning wrote some of his most famous works, including "Men and Women" and "Dramatis Personae." Browning's poetry is known for its use of dramatic monologue, a technique in which a speaker, often a character from history or literature, speaks directly to the reader, revealing their inner thoughts and feelings. His work explores themes such as love, death, morality, and the human condition. Browning's reputation as a poet grew steadily throughout his life, and he was considered one of the most important writers of his time. He died in Venice on December 12, 1889, and is buried in Westminster Abbey in London. Today, Browning is regarded as one of the greatest poets in the English language, and his work continues to be studied and appreciated by scholars and readers alike. Read More Read Less