Best Thing In The World

Best Thing in the World

by Elizabeth Barrett Browning

This short poem by Elizabeth Barrett Browning reflects on the simple yet profound joys of life. The speaker, with a contemplative tone, explores the essence of happiness, finding it in the everyday beauty of nature, the warmth of human connection, and the spiritual enrichment that comes from living with a deep appreciation for the world. While the poem touches on themes of love and loss, its overall message is optimistic and uplifting, celebrating the inherent goodness in the world.

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Elizabeth Barrett Browning was an English poet of the Victorian era, popular in Britain and the United States during her lifetime. Born in County Durham, the eldest of 11 children, Elizabeth Barrett...

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