
A CHANT OF LOVE FOR ENGLAND
In Memoriam
A CHANT OF LOVE FOR ENGLAND
SOLDIERS OF THE LIGHT
THE STORY OF THE “ORIENT”
POVERTY ROW
THE TRUMPETER
GREENCASTLE JENNYA BALLAD OF ’SIXTY-THREE
BY THE BLOCKHOUSE ON THE HILLA BALLAD OF ’NINETY-EIGHT
THE HOUSE OF HATE
This volume gathers a heartfelt series of poems that echo the fervor and sorrow of a nation at war. The verses weave reverent odes to England’s historic glories with intimate memorials for those who fell on the battlefield, blending pride, grief, and a yearning for peace. The poet’s language is rich with allusions to classic figures and vivid wartime imagery, inviting listeners to feel both the triumph and the tragedy of the era.
Across its pages the collection shifts from bold chants to quiet meditations, each piece striking a balance between personal loss and collective resolve. Listeners will encounter striking images of battlefields, sacred churches, and the enduring spirit that the poet believes can never be shattered. The work offers a window onto the emotional landscape of 1915, making it a compelling listen for anyone interested in poetry that captures both history and the human heart.
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (76K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Original publisher
London: J. M. Dent & Sons, 1915.
Credits
The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Release date
2023-08-17
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1859–1934
A poet, teacher, and literary scholar, she spent her whole professional life at Hunter College in New York and became known for graceful verse shaped by a deep love of English literature. Her writing moves easily between classical themes, lyric feeling, and a strong sense of learning worn lightly.
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