Elizabeth Barrett Browning on love and slavery
A Poetess with a mind of her own
How do I love thee? Let me count the ways.
I love thee to the depth, breadth and height
My soul can reach, when feeling out...of...sight
For...the...ends...of...being...and...ideal...grace.
Opposing slavery, said:
"I belong to a family of West Indian slaveholders, and if I believed in curses, I should be afraid".
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You can only become truly accomplished at something you love. (Maya Angelou). Genuine accomplishment is not about financial gain, but about dedicating oneself to activities that bring joy and fulfillment.
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Powerful. I'm always amazed when people use the excuse that people of "that time" did not know slavery was wrong. They knew and those who spoke out paid the price. Well done Critique ❤️
I need to look her up! I’ve not heard that quote. I love that you did something creative & powerful with the critique! 😄
Whoaaaa, that was so powerful! I'm so mesmerised!
One of my favorite sonneteers, definitely with a mind of her own. Good work!
Powerful.
I felt this viscerally 👏