Other books that might interest you

• 

  The Hindu Bard - The Poetry of...

  Andrew Whitehead, Mohini Gupta

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  The first print collection of Dorothy Bonarjee's verse
  
  In February 1914, Dorothy 'Dorf' Bonarjee was awarded the Bardic chair at the UCW Eisteddfod for verse. She was the first woman and first non-European to win Wales' most prestigious literary prize.
  
  In their 34th Welsh Women's Classic, Honno Welsh Women's Press presents the first publication of Dorothy Bonarjee's verse alongside a vivid account of the poet's extraordinary life in India, London, Wales and France.
  
  Poet Dorothy 'Dorf' Bonarjee was born in India in 1894 into an elite Bengali family. As a child, she moved to London and in 1912 she enrolled at the University College of Wales at Aberystwyth. Two years later, she was awarded the Bardic chair at the Eisteddfod, and went on to publish poems in Welsh journals. Bonarjee later took a law degree at the University of London and eloped with a French artist. France remained her home for the rest of her life.

  Show book

• 

  The Raven

  Edgar Allen Poe

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  Enter the haunting world of Edgar Allan Poe's most famous poem, "The Raven," brought to life by the evocative narration of Anthony Pica. This timeless piece of gothic literature tells the story of a grief-stricken man visited by a mysterious raven in the dead of night. As the raven utters its ominous refrain, "Nevermore," the man descends deeper into despair, haunted by memories of his lost love, Lenore. 
  Poe’s masterful use of language and rhythm creates an atmosphere of eerie melancholy, drawing listeners into the depths of the narrator’s tortured soul. Anthony Pica’s powerful narration captures the dark and foreboding tone of the poem, making it an unforgettable auditory experience. 
  Perfect for fans of gothic literature, poetry lovers, and those who appreciate the macabre, "The Raven" is a must-have addition to any audiobook collection. Immerse yourself in this classic tale of loss, longing, and the supernatural, and discover why it remains one of the most celebrated works in American literature.

  Show book

• 

  Rhyme A Dozen A - 12 Poets 12...

  Ben Jonson, Anne Bradstreet,...

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  ‘A dime a dozen’ as known in America, is perhaps equal to the English ‘cheap as chips’ but whatever the lingua franca of your choice in this series we hereby submit ‘A Rhyme a Dozen’ as 12 poems on many given subjects that are a well-rounded gathering, maybe even an essential guide, from the knowing pens of classic poets and their beautifully spoken verse to the comfort of your ears. 
   
  1 - A Rhyme A Dozen - 12 Poems, 12 Poets, 1 Topic - Famous Tributes - An Introduction 
  2 - To the Memory of My Beloved Master William Shakespeare and What He Hath Left Us by Ben Jonson 
  3 - In Honour of That High and Mighty Princess, Queen Elizabeth by Anne Bradstreet 
  4 - Abraham Lincoln by James Russell Lowell 
  5 - A Poem Upon the Death of His Late Highness the Lord Protector by Andrew Marvell 
  6 - The Death of Grant by Ambrose Bierce 
  7 - Lament for Thomas McDonagh by Francis Ledwidge 
  8 - Sonnet LVI Written at York on the Day of the Coronation of Queen Victoria June 28th, 1838 by Henry Alford 
  9 - To the Countess of Salisbury by Aurelian Townsend 
  10 - An Elegy on the Death of Llywelyn ab Gruyffyd by Gruffydd ap Yr Ynad Coch 
  11 - On the Death of the Late Earl of Rochester by Aphra Behn 
  12 - Chatterton in Holborn by Ernest Rhys 
  13 - Adonais; An Elegy On the Death of John Keats by Percy Bysshe Shelley

  Show book

• 

  Contemporary Catholic Poetry -...

  Ryan Wilson, April Lindner

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  2024 Foreword INDIES Book of the Year FINALIST
  "...wonder shows up in these poets' work again and again." - America Magazine
  A Landmark Anthology of Contemporary Catholic Poetry
  A treasury of vibrant beauty and thought-provoking verse, this anthology is an essential addition to the library of any poetry lover or anyone seeking to explore the intersection of faith and art.
  
  This path-breaking collection brings together the work of 23 notable Catholic poets born after 1950, including Julia Alvarez, Carolyn Forché, Timothy Murphy, and Franz Wright. Edited by Ryan Wilson and April Lindner, this anthology celebrates the depth and diversity of the Catholic imagination, highlighting "the myriad ways the Church has left its mark on the imaginations of these notable contemporary poets." 
  
  From personal reflections to explorations of faith, nature, life, and lament, these poems span a wide range of themes, styles, and forms, offering readers a rich tapestry of spiritual and creative expression. Whether capturing moments of beauty, wrestling with doubt, or addressing the complexities of modern life, this collection reveals the enduring influence of the Church on the poetic tradition.
  
  "Above all, poems remember. Each poem is, on a fundamental level, an act of remembrance, a kind of handprint pressed against the wall of Time."—from the Preface of Contemporary Catholic Poetry

  Show book

• 

  Still Life With Octopus

  Tania Hershman

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  Tania Hershman's Still Life With Octopus is an exquisitely-attuned second collection, a philosophical and poetic interrogation of the boundaries of animal and human worlds and the intimate nature of time, being and joy. Exploring the slippage between the life of the mind and the life of the body - in particular, those belonging to women – Hershman wonders what might happen if we let go of our preconceptions of both reality and language, taking nothing for granted and starting again from first principles, with fresh eyes.
  While trying to fathom our physical and metaphysical existence, Hershman doesn't ignore the other forms of intelligent life we share our planet with; her octopus is envisioned both as a creature within and alongside us and as a way to consider our place as humans within a greater chain of co-existence. Still Life With Octopus is a precisely observed and open-hearted gift of a book.

  Show book

• 

  Deirdre of the Sorrows - A...

  J. M. Synge

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  Come and join me as we rediscover one of the greatest myths to come out of the Emerald Isle: "Deirdre of the Sorrows," adapted for the stage by J.M. Synge. 
  Deirdre, a woman of immeasurable beauty, is betrothed/condemned to the King of Ulster, Conchubar. But in true mythological fashion, there is a prophecy which prevents this--a prophecy that tells of her falling in love with another man, of heroes being banished in her name, of multiple wars waged for her honor. Loyalty, familial ties, and unadulterated love will be strained and broken, with only one question remaining: Who will be left to admire the beauty and sorrow of life?

  Show book