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EMBERS
Volume 1. - INTRODUCTION
PROEM
ROSLEEN
WILL YOU COME BACK HOME?
MARY CALLAGHAN AND ME
KILDARE
YOU'LL TRAVEL FAR AND WIDE
FARCALLADEN RISE
A quietly intimate collection, this volume gathers the poet’s earliest verses—memories and impressions that linger like fading embers. The introduction reveals a reluctance to share these personal pieces, yet the poems themselves shine with a youthful honesty that invites listeners into moments of love, loss, and quiet wonder. Each piece feels like a whispered confession, a snapshot of a time when feelings were raw and unfiltered.
Spanning themes from the lyrical charm of an Irish girl named Rosleen to the solemn reverence of a wedding ceremony, the verses move fluidly between tender romance, wistful longing, and the stark beauty of the countryside. Many of the poems have inspired well‑known composers, turning words into song and adding an extra layer of resonance. Listeners will find a blend of heartfelt narrative and musical rhythm, making the collection a soothing companion for anyone drawn to poetry that sings of memory and the simple, enduring pulse of everyday life.
Language
en
Duration
~36 minutes (34K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2004-08-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1862–1932
A bestselling novelist of adventure and historical romance, he brought Canadian settings and imperial politics together in stories that captivated a wide readership. His best-known work, The Seats of the Mighty, helped make him one of the most popular English-language novelists of his day.
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