1. #___: "Porphyria's Lover"
I. Written by British poet Robert Browning, who was married to Elizabeth Barrett Browning
II. has features of both a dramatic monologue, a poetic form in which a speaker reveals his innermost thoughts & feelings, and a narrative poem, a poem that tells a story
III. Written during Victorian Era--characteristics of Victorian literature:
A. reflects concerns & problems of daily life
B. generally had a moral message
C. influence of science-->doubt and pessimism
D. most writers are idealistic & exalt ideals such as truth, justice, & love

2. Porphyria’s Lover Quick Response
The poem is a dramatic monologue in which the narrator confesses to a crime.
IV. Quick Response—Answer these questions using complete sentences. Please write the answers in your notebook.
What is the crime?
Who is the criminal?
Who is the victim?
Where and when does the crime take place?
What is the motive?
What unusual weapon is used to commit this crime?