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If Thou Must Love Me

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If Thou Must Love Me

By: Elizabeth Barrett Browning
Narrated by: Jenny Agutter
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 Elizabeth Barrett Browning's plea to her lover to love her just for herself, and not for any qualities that may fade away, read by Jenny Agutter.Public Domain (P)2014 Audible, Inc. Love Poetry Themes & Styles
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browning’s piece stood out for its vulnerability. instead of praising beauty, she asks for love built on truth and constancy. it felt both tender and strong, a timeless reminder of what matters most

honest kind of love

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