Originally curated by Harvard President Charles W. Eliot as a complete liberal education in fifty volumes, the Harvard Classics gathers philosophy, science, literature, and history into a single indispensable library. Plato's dialogues and Marcus Aurelius's meditations sit alongside Dante's Divine Comedy, Francis Bacon's essays, Charles Darwin's scientific writing, and Benjamin Franklin's autobiography, tracing the foundations of Western thought from ancient Greece to the modern age. Homer...

The Complete Harvard Anthology of the Greatest Works of World Literature epitomizes the expansive vista of immense thought and varied narrative styles spanning millennia and continents. This monumental collection assembles the seminal works of venerable authors like Homer and Virgil, to modern intellectuals like John Stuart Mill and Charles Darwin, encompassing an array of genres from epic poetry to philosophical essays and revolutionary treatises. Notable for its comprehensive representat...

Lord Byron - She Walks in Beauty 2. Christina Rossetti - I Loved You First: But Afterwards Your Love 3. Walt Whitman - A Glimpse 4. W.Shakespeare - Let Me Not To The Marriage Of True Minds 5. John Donne - The Good-Morrow 6. K.Gibran - Love One Another 7. Robert Browning - Meeting At Night 8. E.Dickinson - My River 9. P.B. Shelley - Love's Philosophy 10. Alfred Tennyson - Maud 11. E.A. Poe - Annabel Lee 12. J.Keats - Bright Star 13. Andrew Marvell - To His Coy Mistress 14. E.A. Poe - ...

"Life and Letters of Robert Browning" is a compelling biography that delves into the life of the renowned poet Robert Browning, offering readers an intimate glimpse into his personal and professional journey. Compiled by Mrs. Sutherland Orr, the book captures Browning's thoughts, relationships, and the influences that shaped his literary career. Through a collection of letters and anecdotes, it reveals the complexities of his character and the depth of his poetic genius, making it an essen...

"The Letters of Robert Browning and Elizabeth Barrett Browning" is a captivating collection that offers an intimate glimpse into the lives and minds of two of the 19th century's most celebrated poets. This correspondence reveals their deep emotional connection, intellectual exchanges, and the profound influence they had on each other's work. Through their letters, readers can explore the evolution of their relationship, from initial admiration to a passionate partnership, showcasing their ...

Nature’s year begins. Temperatures slowly rise. Green gradually becomes the dominant colour of the landscape. Rain from drenching showers to windy squalls help nourish the land. Nature has embarked on her epic symphony of the year.Each year, each season, each day is a little different from her previous work. Days lengthen as her canvas and palette grows more confident. Colour emerges from the shades of monochrome. She is at work on tasks everywhere.Naturally our classic poe...

The original Harvard Classics Collection contains 51 volumes of the essential works of world literature, showing the progress of man from antics to modern age. In this edition, the original collection is supplemented with the 20 volume Harvard Shelf of Fiction, a selection of the greatest works of fiction. Content: The Harvard Classics: V. 1: Franklin, Woolman & Penn V. 2: Plato, Epictetus & Marcus Aurelius V. 3: Bacon, Milton, Browne V. 4: John Milton V. 5: R. W. Emerson V. 6: Robert Burn...

‘A dime a dozen’ as known in America, is perhaps equal to the English ‘cheap as chips’ but whatever the lingua franca of your choice in this series we hereby submit ‘A Rhyme a Dozen’ as 12 poems on many given subjects that are a well-rounded gathering, maybe even an essential guide, from the knowing pens of classic poets and their beautifully spoken verse to the comfort of your ears.

The original Harvard Classics Collection contains 51 volumes of the essential works of world literature, showing the progress of man from antics to modern age. In this edition, the original collection is supplemented with the 20 volume Harvard Shelf of Fiction, a selection of the greatest works of fiction. Content: The Harvard Classics: V. 1: Franklin, Woolman & Penn V. 2: Plato, Epictetus & Marcus Aurelius V. 3: Bacon, Milton, Browne V. 4: John Milton V. 5: R. W. Emerson V. 6: Robert Burn...

"A Day with Browning" is a captivating exploration of the life and works of the renowned poet Robert Browning. The book delves into Browning's unique style, characterized by dramatic monologues and rich characterizations, which have left a lasting impact on English literature. Through vivid descriptions and insightful commentary, readers are invited to experience a day in the life of Browning, gaining a deeper understanding of his creative process and the themes that permeate his poetry, s...

Harvard on the Beach is an exquisite anthology that traverses the eons and geographic boundaries of literature, offering readers an unparalleled immersion into the towering accomplishments of Western thought and creativity. With genres ranging from romantic poetry and philosophical essays to mesmerizing fables and dramatic plays, this collection encapsulates the essence of its broad cultural milieu. Through the inclusion of timeless excerpts from both familiar and lesser-known works, the a...

In "The Pied Piper of Hamelin," Robert Browning masterfully adapts the poignant tale of a town plagued by a rat infestation, crafting a narrative that balances whimsicality with moral complexity. Written in Browning's characteristic dramatic monologue style, the poem employs vivid imagery and rhythmic finesse, inviting readers into a captivating exploration of themes such as betrayal and the power of artistry. The piece is enriched by original illustrations that complement the text, provid...