Horizons and landmarks : $b Poems

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Horizons and landmarks : $b Poems

by Sidney Royse Lysaght

EN·~1 hours·32 chapters

Chapters

32 total
1

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1:14
2

THREE AGES OF MAN

1:08
3

FIRST HORIZONS

6:24
4

THE FOUNTAIN-SPRINGS

2:13
5

OUR HOMELAND

0:58
6

SHELTER AND FELLOWSHIP

1:34
7

THE FOREST

4:16
8

FIRST LOVE

0:53
9

THE WORLD’S END

2:00
10

YOUTH

1:43

Description

A lyrical journey waits in this collection of poems that moves from childhood’s fresh wonder to the steady resolve of mature life. The verses begin with bright images of sunrise, meadow mist and the simple pleasures of farm work, drawing listeners into a world where daily tasks feel like shared celebrations. As the poet follows the seasons, the language shifts toward the restless curiosity of youth, exploring the yearning for discovery while still rooted in familiar fields and hometown sounds.

Entering the later pieces, the tone deepens, reflecting on responsibility, faith, and the quiet dignity of a life spent caring for others. The poet balances reverence for nature with an introspective look at personal growth, offering moments of quiet confidence and gentle humility. Listeners will find a resonant blend of pastoral charm and thoughtful meditation that invites each ear to pause, reflect, and sense the ever‑present horizon just beyond the familiar landmark.

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Language

en

Duration

~1 hours (74K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Original publisher

London: The MacMillan and Co., Limited, 1911.

Credits

Charlene Taylor, Chuck Greif and 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

2023-09-10

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

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About the author

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Sidney Royse Lysaght

1856–1941

An Irish poet, novelist, and dramatist who balanced literary life with a successful career in the family iron business, he brought travel, politics, and a strong sense of place into his writing. His work ranges from reflective poetry to fiction and plays, with a life story that touches both industry and Irish nationalism.

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