Christmas at the hall : The hero's grave; Night musings, and other poems

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Christmas at the hall : The hero's grave; Night musings, and other poems

by T. J. (Thomas John) Terrington

EN·~3 hours·59 chapters

Chapters

59 total

Christmas at the Hall, &c.

0:01

Preface.

8:03

Christmas at the Hall.

1:56:30

The Hero’s Grave.

4:51

Sonnet to Harriet Beecher Stowe.

0:41

Night Musings.

6:42

The Sailor’s Bride.

2:08

Birth of the First-Born.

3:12

Lines to a Great Philanthropist.

3:03

Wye Dale, Buxton.

0:43
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A modest yet heartfelt anthology gathers verses that move from the warm bustle of a Christmas family gathering to the solemn hush of a hero’s memorial. The poems shift in meter and mood, offering glimpses of seaside breezes, quiet night reflections, and tender celebrations of learning and love. Each piece feels like a personal conversation, inviting listeners to linger over familiar moments re‑imagined in lyric form.

Written as a sincere experiment, the poet shares his own doubts and hopes, letting the listener hear the genuine search for a voice that can both comfort and provoke thought. The collection balances playful holiday scenes with more contemplative pieces, creating a tapestry that feels both intimate and wide‑ranging. Listeners will appreciate the earnest craft and the quiet ambition that underpins every stanza, making this volume a gentle companion for any reflective moment.

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Language

en

Duration

~3 hours (199K characters)

Release date

Dec 20, 2024

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

TJ

T. J. (Thomas John) Terrington

1813–1864

A little-known 19th-century English poet, he wrote with warmth about faith, family life, nature, and the moral hopes of ordinary people. His surviving books suggest a thoughtful, self-questioning writer who saw poetry as something useful as well as beautiful.

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