The Philadelphia Inquirer, November 1997
"It is a true pleasure, with Elizabeth's poetry (including the complete Sonnets from the Portuguese) read by British actress Joanna David and Robert's work (including "Home Thoughts) read by actor Steven Pacey. It would not be completed without "How Do I Love Thee?" Narration of the biography is by actor Sean Barrett. All performances are outstanding."
Book Description
71 poems are included from these two influential poets of 19th century England who were also man and wife. The poetry reveals their passion, ideas, and dedication to social causes. This 2-CD set offers the listener a convenient way to hear favorite poems of Elizabeth easily (CD1) and/or find the preferred poetry of Robert (CD2) with maximum accessibility. The first CD includes the most famous poems from Robert: "Love among the Ruins," "Home Thoughts from Abroad," "Soliloquy of the Spanish Cloister," "Abt Vogler," "Rabbi Ben Ezra" and 16 others. The second CD offers Elizabeth's best-loved works: "Grief," "The Runaway Slave at Pilgrim's Point," "Casa Guidi Windows," the 44 complete Sonnets from the Portuguese, and 4 others. 2-CD set.
