These expressions come in many forms. Sonnet 43 by Elizabeth Barrett Browning is undoubtedly one of the best love poems of all time. The poet used the Petrarchan sonnet form to achieve her goal of revealing her infinite and undying love for her husband, Robert Browning. Barrett Browning attempted to quantify and define his love in this poem, using repetition, rhythm, and iambic pentameter. Interestingly, this poem could be considered gender neutral, without prior knowledge of the poet's gender. Barrett Browning's use of sound makes the poem seem more feminine. “How do I Love Thee” was written in the Victorian era and the use of imagery makes the sonnet ultimately feel like a challenge to traditional gender roles, despite the slightly feminine tone. Overall, it cannot be disputed that "How do I Love Thee" is an expression for romantic, eternal and infinite love on the part of Elizabeth Barrett Browning, and is therefore a truly romantic