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  Three Poems From Rudyard Kipling...

  Rudyard Kipling

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  Joseph Rudyard Kipling (December 30, 1865 - January 18, 1936) was an English novelist, writer, and journalist. He was born in British India, which inspired much of his work. Kipling's works of fiction include the The Jungle Book, 1894; The Second Jungle Book, 1895, Kim, 1901, as well as, many well-known short stories and poems. The three poems include "Sussex," read by Stanley Morrison; "If," by GH Hendricksen; and "Gunga Din" by Paul Lahnerd.

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  Meditation: Sounds of...

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  "Meditation: Sounds of Thunderstorms – Poetry"
   
  Classic Verse Meets Nature’s Power
   
  
   
  Immerse yourself in the deep calm of nature and the timeless beauty of poetry with Meditation: Sounds of Thunderstorms – Poetry, a one-of-a-kind digital audio experience.
   
  
   
  Set against the atmospheric backdrop of rolling thunderstorms, this collection features three evocative chapters of classic poetry from the 19th-century anthology gathered by Andrew Lang and first published in 1891.
   
  
   
  
   
  Featured Poets Include:
   
  
   
  William Blake, William Wordsworth, Lord Byron
   
  
   
  Robert Burns, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, William Shakespeare
   
  
   
  Thomas Moore, Walter Scott, Oliver Goldsmith... and more
   
  
   
  Perfect for:
   
  
   
  Relaxation and meditation
   
  
   
  Nighttime listening or quiet reading time
   
  
   
  Lovers of poetry, nature, and atmospheric sound
   
  
   
  Let the storm clear your mind as the voices of the past speak to your soul.
   
  Download Meditation: Sounds of Thunderstorms – Poetry and discover the serenity hidden in storm and verse.

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  Marcus Douglas Presents Miles...

  Marcus Douglas

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  Untethered Connection: Cynthia and Chase 
  After the death of an unexpected close family member, the Jenkins family is in disarray. Nobody is affected by this loss more than Cynthia. Chase reconnects with Cynthia, after 13 years, and tries to get to the bottom of this untimely death. As they go through many trials, it begs a question, is it as the police report says or is it a conspiracy? The dice continues to roll, as we are drawn into this untethered connection. 
   

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  The Eclogues and Georgics

  Virgil

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  Though it is for the sparkling epic, Aeneid, that the Roman poet Virgil is best known, it was these two poems, The Eclogues and Georgics, which first established his reputation.  Cast in the tradition of pastoral poetry, The Eclogues were written between 41 BCE and 37 BCE when Virgil (Publius Vergilius Maro, to give him his full name) was in his thirties. The Eclogues (the word means ‘Selections’ in Greek) contain 10 poems, a combination of dialogues and monologues. They drew on the ‘bucolic’ (rural) style of the ancient Greek poet Theocritus (c 300BCE-c 260 BCE), but Virgil weaves many references to contemporary Roman events. Though The Eclogues have perhaps existed in the shadow of Georgics, they have been highly regarded and studied by academics and poets down the centuries. They are presented here in the 20th century translation by the British poet R. C. Trevelyan, and read in multi-voice format as they were originally written, with clearly delineated characters bringing the content to life with verve and temperament. 
  Though also pastoral in nature, Georgics is very different in style. Published in 29 BCE, the main subject is agriculture (the title reflects the Greek word ‘georgika’, agricultural things), and vigorously promotes traditional means of farming. Again, Virgil weaves into his verse cultural and political themes. Cast in four Books, the dynamic expression draws on numerous Classical, mythical and contemporary references, while explaining the best methods for ploughing, animal husbandry, observing weather patterns, the life of bees and the like. Increasingly, the rise and fall of man’s endeavours can be reflected in the vicissitudes of agricultural life. The 20th century translation of Georgics used on this recording is by the highly respected translator of Latin poetry, Smith Palmer Bovie. It is read by Jamie Parker. Closer study of both works while listening is possible through the complete texts that come with the recording. 
   
  PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

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  Cold War - (stage version)

  Paweł Pawlikowski

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  Poland, 1949. Zula is bold and brilliant, a singer who ignites the stage. Wiktor is withdrawn and damaged, a composer longing to write. Irresistibly drawn to each other, they dream of escape. But in Communist-controlled Poland, the desire for freedom can be a dangerous thing.
  Based on the film by Academy Award winner Paweł Pawlikowski, Cold War is an epic love story spanning the decades and breadth of Europe at its most divided, and a compelling story of passion, redemption, and the journey to be free.
  This stage adaptation by Conor McPherson was first performed at the Almeida Theatre, London, in November 2023, directed by Rupert Goold, and featuring traditional Polish songs alongside music by Elvis Costello.

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  George Bernard Shaw: MRS...

  George Bernard Shaw

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  .Mrs. Warren's Profession is a play written by George Bernard Shaw in 1893, and first performed in London in 1902 but was banned after two performances because of the profession talked about. The play is about a former prostitute, now a madam (brothel proprietor), who attempts to come to terms with her disapproving daughter. It illustrates Shaw's belief that the act of prostitution was not caused by moral failure but by economic necessity. It also has a lot to say about the hypocrisy of English society that profited from many despised and illegal professions and used people in despicable ways but pretended to look down on them. This was probably why it was banned, not because of the 'profession' of Mrs. Warren, but because it exposed very highly placed people doing nasty things to make money

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