Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Elizabeth Barrett Browning's "Sonnets from the Portuguese," masterfully brought to life by the renowned actress Katherine Cornell. Released on December 1, 2010, under the Saland Publishing label, this spoken word album is a captivating journey through the depths of love and emotion, as interpreted by one of the most celebrated artists of her time.
Katherine Cornell's rich, expressive voice breathes new life into these classic sonnets, each one a testament to the enduring power of love. In just 35 minutes, Cornell guides you through a collection of 44 sonnets, originally written by Browning as a secret love letter to her future husband, Robert Browning. The album is a perfect blend of poetry and performance, showcasing Cornell's ability to convey the subtle nuances and profound emotions embedded in each verse.
From the tender declarations of love in "How Do I Love Thee" to the poignant reflections in "I Lived With Visions for My Company," Cornell's delivery is both intimate and powerful. Her voice, filled with warmth and depth, draws you into the world of these sonnets, making each one feel like a personal message from the heart.
Whether you're a longtime fan of Katherine Cornell or a newcomer to her work, this album is a must-listen. It's a celebration of love, poetry, and the timeless art of storytelling, all wrapped up in a beautifully crafted spoken word experience. So, sit back, relax, and let the enchanting voice of Katherine Cornell transport you to a world of love and passion through the immortal words of Elizabeth Barrett Browning.
Tracks
Sonnets from the Portuguese: I. I Thought Once How Theocritus Had SungKatharine Cornell
Sonnets from the Portuguese: II. But Only Three in All God's UniverseKatharine Cornell
Sonnets from the Portuguese: III. Unlike Are We, Unlike, O Princely HeartEmma Topping
Sonnets from the Portuguese: IV. Thou Hast Thy Calling to Some Palace-FloorEmma Topping
Sonnets from the Portuguese: V. I Lift My Heavy Heart Up SolemnlyKatharine Cornell
Sonnets from the Portuguese: VI. Go from MeKatharine Cornell
Sonnets from the Portuguese: VII. The Face of All the World is Changed, I ThinkKatharine Cornell
Sonnets from the Portuguese: VIII. What Can I Give Thee Back, O LiberalKatharine Cornell
Sonnets from the Portuguese: IX. What Can It Be Right to Give What I Can GiveEmma Topping
Sonnets from the Portuguese: X. Yet Love, Mere Love, Is Beautiful IndeedKatharine Cornell
Sonnets from the Portuguese: XI. And Therefore if to Love Can Be DesertEmma Topping
Sonnets from the Portuguese: XII. Indeed This Very Love Which Is My BoastEmma Topping
Sonnets from the Portuguese: XIII. And Wilt Thou Have Me Fashion Into SpeechEmma Topping
Sonnets from the Portuguese: XIIV. If Thou Must Love Me, Let It Be for NoughtKatharine Cornell
Sonnets from the Portuguese: XV. Accuse Me Not, Beseech Thee, That I WearEmma Topping
Sonnets from the Portuguese: XVI. And Yet Because Thou Overcomest SoKatharine Cornell
Sonnets from the Portuguese: XVII. My Poet, Thou Canst Touch on All the NotesKatharine Cornell
Sonnets from the Portuguese: XVIII. Never Gave a Lock of Hair AwayKatharine Cornell
Sonnets from the Portuguese: XIX. The Soul's Rialto Hath Its MerchandizeEmma Topping
Sonnets from the Portuguese: XX. Beloved, My Beloved, When I ThinkKatharine Cornell
Sonnets from the Portuguese: XXI. Say Over Again and Yet Once Over AgainKatharine Cornell
Sonnets from the Portuguese: XXII. When Our Two Souls Stand Up Erect and StrongKatharine Cornell
Sonnets from the Portuguese: XXIII. Is It Indeed SoKatharine Cornell
Sonnets from the Portuguese: XXIV. Let the World's Sharpness Like a Clasping KnifeEmma Topping
Sonnets from the Portuguese: XXV. A Heavy Heart, Belovëd, Have I BorneEmma Topping
Sonnets from the Portuguese: XXVI. I Lived With Visions for My CompanyKatharine Cornell
Sonnets from the Portuguese: XXVII. My Own Belovëd, Who Hast Lifted MeEmma Topping
Sonnets from the Portuguese: XXVIII. My LettersKatharine Cornell
Sonnets from the Portuguese: XXIX. I Think of Thee - My Thoughts Do Twine and BudEmma Topping
Sonnets from the Portuguese: XXX. I See Thine Image Through My Tears to-nightEmma Topping
Sonnets from the Portuguese: XXXI. Thou Comest All Is Said Without a WordEmma Topping
Sonnets from the Portuguese: XXXII. The First Time That the Sun Rose on Thine OathEmma Topping
Sonnets from the Portuguese: XXXIII. Yes, Call Me By My Pet NameKatharine Cornell
Sonnets from the Portuguese: XXXIV. With the Same Heart, I Said, I'll Answer TheeEmma Topping
Sonnets from the Portuguese: XXXV. If I Leave All for Thee, Wilt Thou ExchangeEmma Topping
Sonnets from the Portuguese: XXXVI. When We First Met and Loved, I Did Not BuildEmma Topping
Sonnets from the Portuguese: XXXVII. Pardon, Oh Pardon, That My Soul Should MakeEmma Topping
Sonnets from the Portuguese: XXXVIII. First Time He Kissed Me, He but Only KissedKatharine Cornell
Sonnets from the Portuguese: XXXIX. Because Thou Hast the Power and Own'st the GraceEmma Topping
Sonnets from the Portuguese: XL. Oh, Yes They Love Through All This World of OursEmma Topping
Sonnets from the Portuguese: XLI. I Thank All Who Have Loved Me in Their HeartsEmma Topping
Sonnets from the Portuguese: XLII. My Future Will Not Copy Fair My PastEmma Topping
Sonnets from the Portuguese: XLIII. How Do I Love TheeKatharine Cornell
Sonnets from the Portuguese: XLIV. Beloved, Though Hast Brought Me Many FlowersKatharine Cornell
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