Sonnet 43 Quotes + Context Flashcards
What does the poem ‘Sonnet 43’ present love as?
A healing force
When was Sonnet 43 written?
Victorian times – 1850
Who did Elizabeth Barret Browning dedicate her poem to?
Her husband Robert Browning
What did EBB problems cause her?
Became Bed-Bound her entire life
What problems did EBB face?
Physical problems
–> Spinal & Head
Over time how many letters had EBB and RBB sent eachother?
574 letters were exchanged
What quote shows how her love is eternal in Sonnet 43?
I shall but love thee better after death
What quote shows how she has been saved from her past in Sonnet 43?
In my old griefs, and with my childhood’s faith.
What quote demonstrates how there is an idea of a simple love and lust in Sonnet 43?
Most quiet need, by sun and candle-light
What metaphor shows how she loves everything about him in Sonnet 43?
I love thee to the depth and breadth and height
What quote suggests happiness is brought forever due to her love in Sonnet 43?
Smiles, tears of all my life!
What line is constantly repeated showing how there is no limit to her love in Sonnet 43?
I love thee
What quote suggests how religions plays a role in her love in Sonnet 43?
if God choose
Which type of sonnet is Sonnet 43?
Petrachen
