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  Living in Language -...

  Erica Hesketh

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  Living in Language brings together reflections on the craft and purpose of poetry, by 21 leading poets from around the world. The lyric essays, fragments, letters and new poems in this groundbreaking anthology shed light on topics as diverse and vital as writing the body, writing in exile, writing as witness, writing as a shamanic act, grappling with traditional forms, discovering your own voice, and even translation and self-translation. This is an essential resource for anyone looking to broaden their horizons and engage with the cutting edge of poetry as it is practised, around the world, in the 21st century.

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  Last Love Last

  Camilla Praller

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  Welcome to the world of United Survivors Heroically Intense. What do you miss in life, and what do you have plenty of? What is it you grow tired of, and what is it that energises you?
  
  Well, the world of United Survivors Heroically Intense, with Camilla Praller as the poetess, presents to you a diversity of poetic styles, some empowering, presented to you from an imaginary platform on which you, as the reader, can continue dwelling for as long as one poem captivates you.
  
  In this collection, poems can have aspects that strike you, empower you, and hopefully inspire you. With every poem, a different facet of your own inner ponderings, thoughts, and ruminations could be uplifted, and in that sense, there is a big likelihood that the aim of this collection will reach its goal: empowering the readers.
  
  All we can do here is wish you a wonderful journey, hoping you will enjoy it!
  
  USHI

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  The Poetry of Robert Herrick -...

  Robert Herrick

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  The Clergyman and poet, Robert Herrick was born in Cheapside, in London in 1591. An exact date is not known though he was baptized on August 24th, the seventh child of Nicholas Herrick, a wealthy goldsmith.  
  Some controversy surrounds several chapters in his early years.  The first are allusions that his father, in November 1592, two days after making a will, killed himself by jumping from the fourth-floor window of his house. However, the Queen's Almoner did not confiscate the Herrick estate for the crown as was the usual procedure with suicides, so an alternate narrative emerged that he fell accidentally which seems to have more credence. 
  There is no record of Herrick attending school. Some claim a poem alludes to Westminster School, others merely that he meant Westminster, the area. Another school of thought claims he was educated at Merchant Taylor’s School.  What is known is that in 1607 he was apprenticed to his uncle Sir William Herrick as a goldsmith.   
  Herrick certainly seems to have been a keen and avid poet. The earliest work known to be written by him dates from 1610; 'A Country Life', and deals with the move from London to farm life in Leicestershire.  
  After six years as an apprentice, when Herrick was 22 he matriculated at St John’s College, Cambridge before moving to Trinity College and graduating with his Bachelor of Arts in 1617, Master of Arts in 1620, and in 1623 he was ordained priest.  
  By 1625 he was well known as a poet, mixing in literary circles in London such as that around Ben Jonson. An avowed admirer of Jonson he was also one of a group whom became known as ‘The Sons of Ben’ writing both in his style and about him. 
  In 1629 he was presented by Charles I to the parishioners of Dean Prior, a remote parish of Devonshire. The best of his work was written in the peace and seclusion of country life; 'To Blossoms' and 'To Daffodils' are classical depictions of a devoted appreciation of nature.  
  However, after he refused to subscribe to The Solemn League and Covenant, he was ejected from Devonshire in 1647 and moved to London where he published his religious poems Noble Numbers (1647), and Hesperides (1648). 
  Herrick was distinguished as a lyric poet, and some of his love songs, for example, 'To Anthea' and 'Gather Ye Rose-buds' are considered exceptional.  
  By 1660 he was reinstated at Dean Prior where he lived for the remainder of his life. He wrote no more poems after 1648 but over his life it is thought he wrote in the region of 2,500 poems in total, only a small portion of which were ever published. 
  He died in October 1674, at the age of 83 in circumstances unknown.  He was buried on October 15th, 1674 in an unmarked grave in the churchyard at Dean Prior. 
   This volume comes to you from Portable Poetry, a specialized imprint from Deadtree Publishing.  Our range is large and growing and covers single poets, themes, and many compilations.

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  The Beginning of the Empress

  Kiara George

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  Step into a world where the spoken word meets the beats of the streets. "The Beginning of the Empress" invites you on a poetic journey infused with the rhythm and flow of modern rap. In this audacious audiobook, each verse pulsates with energy, weaving tales of triumph, love, and self-discovery. 
  From the first track to the final crescendo, you'll find yourself entranced by the syncopated cadence of her verses, carried away on a wave of introspection and joy. With each track, she paints vivid landscapes of emotion, inviting you to dance in the rhythm of her words and lose yourself in the magic of her storytelling. 
  "The Beginning of the Empress" isn't just an audiobook; it's an experience—an invitation to embrace the power of language and music in perfect harmony. So, plug in your headphones, turn up the volume, and let the journey begin. Welcome to a new era of poetry, where the empress reigns supreme, and every word is a testament to her majesty.

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  The Spanish Curate

  Beaumont and Fletcher

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  Set against the vibrant backdrop of early modern Spain, The Spanish Curate is a richly layered tragicomedy that blends humor, romance, and sharp social observation. Written by the celebrated Jacobean playwrights Francis Beaumont and John Fletcher, this play offers a compelling exploration of morality, justice, and the complexities of human desire.
  
  At the heart of the story lies a web of intrigue involving love, deception, and corruption within both secular and religious spheres. The narrative follows the virtuous and intelligent Amaranta, a woman navigating the challenges of honor and affection in a society governed by rigid expectations. Alongside her journey unfolds the story of the titular Spanish curate, whose presence introduces both comedic relief and a pointed critique of clerical behavior.
  
  The play contrasts two central plotlines: one romantic and idealistic, the other satirical and biting. While young lovers struggle to overcome obstacles imposed by authority and circumstance, the subplot exposes hypocrisy within the church, portraying flawed clergy members entangled in greed and moral compromise. This dual structure allows Beaumont and Fletcher to balance lighthearted moments with deeper commentary on ethical decay and social injustice.
  
  Renowned for its witty dialogue and dynamic characters, The Spanish Curate reflects the theatrical brilliance of its authors, who were masters of blending genres. Their work captures the spirit of Jacobean drama—bold, expressive, and unafraid to challenge convention.
  
  This play remains a fascinating study of human behavior, illustrating timeless themes such as integrity, power, and the pursuit of love. Whether appreciated for its humor, its critique of institutions, or its dramatic tension, The Spanish Curate continues to resonate with readers and audiences alike, offering both entertainment and insight into the complexities of society and the human heart.

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  Everything We've Done: Female...

  Charlotte Mew, May Sinclair,...

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  The horror of the male experience during World War One was well documented in poetry, memoir, and fiction throughout the 20th century. Women's voices of despair, endurance and anger, however, have often been forgotten. These poems of political fury, widowed brides, industry undertaken, and sons and friends loved and lost, give a heartbreaking insight into the experience of women throughout World War One.
  The full list of poems included in this collection are:
  
  
  - Joining the Colours, by Katharine Tynan
  - War Girls, by Jessie Pope
  - August 1914, by May Wedderburn Cannan
  - Rouen, by May Wedderburn Cannan
  - Dedication 8 March, by May Sinclair
  - Belgium, by Edith Wharton
  - Lament, by Katharine Tynan
  - Spring in War-Time, by Sara Teasdale
  - The Falling Leaves, by Margaret Postgate Cole
  - 'I know the truth! Renounce all others!', by Marina Tsvetaeva
  - Lamplight, by May Wedderburn Cannan
  - In a Soldier's Hospital 1: Pluck, by Eva Dobell
  - Perhaps 1916, by Vera Brittain
  - Field Ambulance in Retreat, by May Sinclair
  - At the Movies, by Florence Ripley Mastin
  - Reported Missing, by Anna Gordon Keown
  - from At the Somme: The Song of the Mud, by Mary Borden
  - from The Work, by Gertrude Stein
  - After the War, by May Wedderburn Cannan
  - The Veteran, by Margaret Postgate Cole
  - Epitaph On My Days in Hospital, by Vera Mary Brittain
  - Roundel, by Vera Mary Brittain
  - War Mothers, by Ella Wheeler Wilcox
  - The Lament of the Demobilized, by Vera Brittain
  - The Cenotaph, by Charlotte Mew
  - A War Bride, by Jessie St. John
  - Screens (In a Hospital), by Winifred Letts
  - The Deserter, by Winifred Letts
  - The Spires of Oxford, by Winifred Letts
  - Night Duty, by Eva Dobell
  This audiobook is fully indexed. Once downloaded, each book and chapter will be listed so you can easily navigate to the individual section.

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