
POEMS BY THE WAYS WRITTEN BY WILLIAM MORRIS
HERE BEGIN POEMS BY THE WAY. WRITTEN BY WILLIAM MORRIS. AND FIRST IS THE POEM CALLED FROM THE UPLAND TO THE SEA.
OF THE WOOING OF HALLBIORN THE STRONG. A STORY FROM THE LAND- SETTLING BOOK OF ICELAND, CHAPTER XXX.
ECHOES OF LOVE’S HOUSE.
THE BURGHERS’ BATTLE.
HOPE DIETH: LOVE LIVETH.
ERROR AND LOSS.
THE HALL AND THE WOOD.
THE DAY OF DAYS.
TO THE MUSE OF THE NORTH.
A sweeping anthology that captures the quiet wonder of late‑Victorian verse, this collection moves from the rolling meadows of England to the stark, wind‑blown cliffs of Iceland. Its language is rich yet approachable, threading together lyrical reverence for nature with the intimate pulse of human feeling. The poet’s voice shifts effortlessly between gentle lullabies of spring and the solemn echoes of ancient sagas, offering listeners a varied emotional landscape. Throughout, a steady rhythm invites the ear to linger on each image, whether it be a sunrise over a lone hill or the soft rustle of a garden’s blossoms.
Among the pieces, you’ll encounter tender love songs that linger like a warm breath on a winter’s night, and heroic tales of hallmen and fierce battles that recall the mythic past of the North. Vivid scenes of sea‑coast wanderings sit beside contemplations of loss, hope, and the passage of time, each rendered with a clarity that makes the poems feel freshly spoken. The collection’s breadth ensures that every listening moment uncovers a new facet of the poet’s imagination.
Listening to these verses feels like strolling through an ever‑changing landscape—sometimes serene, sometimes storm‑tossed—yet always guided by a steady, comforting cadence that makes the poems resonate long after the final line fades.
Language
en
Duration
~2 hours (166K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2002-10-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1834–1896
A restless Victorian original, this writer helped shape the Arts and Crafts movement while also turning out poetry, fantasy, and sharp social criticism. His books mix medieval color, political feeling, and a deep love of beauty in everyday life.
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