Poems and Lyrics of the Joy of Earth

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Poems and Lyrics of the Joy of Earth

by George Meredith

EN·~1 hours·38 chapters

Chapters

38 total
1

POEMS AND LYRICS OF THE JOY OF EARTH

0:13
2

THE WOODS OF WESTERMAIN.

15:27
3

A BALLAD OF PAST MERIDIAN.

0:45
4

THE DAY OF THE DAUGHTER OF HADES.

21:42
5

THE LARK ASCENDING.

4:23
6

PHOEBUS WITH ADMETUS.

4:14
7

MELAMPUS.

6:31
8

LOVE IN THE VALLEY.

10:45
9

THE THREE SINGERS TO YOUNG BLOOD.

1:58
10

THE ORCHARD AND THE HEATH.

2:25

Description

In this lyrical journey the poet invites listeners into the enchanted woods of Westermain, a realm where leaves whisper, birdsong mingles with hidden rustlings, and every creature seems to hold a secret. The verses weave together vivid images of moss‑covered squirrels, glimmering moths, and winding streams, creating a tapestry that feels both ancient and immediate.

Beyond the scenery, the poems explore the tension between wonder and unease, hinting at shadowy eyes beneath the canopy and the subtle warning that curiosity can awaken unseen forces. Yet the collection also celebrates the simple joys of nature—ripe strawberries, sunrise over glades, and the quiet communion between human hearts and the wild. Listeners will find a gentle rhythm that encourages reflection, offering a meditative escape into a world where every line sings with the pulse of the earth.

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Language

en

Duration

~1 hours (104K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Charlene Taylor, Charlie Howard, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)

Release date

2020-11-07

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

George Meredith

George Meredith

1828–1909

A sharp, witty Victorian voice, this English novelist and poet is best known for brilliant dialogue, psychological insight, and a style that rewards close reading. His work helped push the English novel toward greater complexity, with books like The Egoist and poems such as Modern Love still drawing attention today.

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