
POEMS OF POWER
NOTE
THE QUEEN’S LAST RIDE
THE MEETING OF THE CENTURIES
DEATH HAS CROWNED HIM A MARTYR
GRIEF
ILLUSION
ASSERTION
I AM
WISHING
This volume gathers a series of poems that weave together personal reflection and grand historical tableau. From a solemn tribute to a beloved monarch to a dream‑like conversation between an aging century and a hopeful new one, the verses move between mourning, optimism, and a call for inner strength. The poet’s language is rich yet accessible, inviting listeners to feel the weight of events while sensing a deeper, timeless current.
Underlying each piece is the notion that every person carries a divine spark, a power that guides both private triumphs and collective destiny. The collection balances lyrical reverence with sharp social commentary, touching on war, faith, and the evolving role of science without sacrificing emotional intimacy. Listeners will find a meditative journey that encourages both contemplation and a quiet sense of empowerment.
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (90K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2004-10-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1850–1919
A hugely popular American poet of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, she wrote in a direct, memorable style that brought poetry to a wide audience. She is still best known for "Solitude" and for the bestselling collection Poems of Passion.
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