
EIRE
EIRE. - EIRE’S ANSWER.
LYRICS. - ON IVINGHOE BEACON.
THE BACCHANTE. - THE BACCHANTE.
SONNETS. - SONNETS. - (1)
HYMENAEA. - HYMENAEA. - I.
Through a tapestry of rolling hills, whispering winds and ancient myths, this collection sings the spirit of a green island. The poet moves fluidly between reverent odes to the land itself and intimate verses of love, loss and daily toil, often slipping into Irish phrasing that deepens the sense of place. Each piece balances a musical cadence with vivid description, inviting listeners to feel the pulse of countryside life and the echo of legend.
The works range from a mother‑like voice urging patience and peace to the playful call of a faerie child, from a humble ploughman’s yearning to the haunting chant of twilight singers. The language is lyrical yet grounded, making the poems feel both timeless and immediate. Listeners will be carried on gentle streams of sound, finding solace in the intertwining of nature, folklore and human heart.
Language
en
Duration
~33 minutes (32K characters)
Release date
2025-11-23
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects
1881–1946
A poet, scholar, and gifted translator, this English writer helped bring Irish-language literature and folklore to a wider audience. He is especially remembered for his deep connection to the Great Blasket Island and for writing warmly about its people and traditions.
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