Robert Browning - Dramatic Romances: "So free we seem, so fettered fast we are!"

Renowned for his dramatic monologues, Robert Browning's literary journey began with early acclaim, notably with works like "Pauline" and "Paracelsus." Despite facing challenges, such as the obscure "Sordello," his personal life flourished through his marriage to Elizabeth Barrett, inspiring a prolific output during their time in Italy. Following her death, he produced significant works like "Dramatis Personae" and "The Ring and the Book," solidifying his status as a major Victorian poet. Browning passed away in Venice in 1889, leaving a lasting literary legacy.