
POEMS VOL. I
CHILLIANWALLAH
THE DOE: A FRAGMENT (FROM ‘WANDERING WILLIE’)
BEAUTY ROHTRAUT (FROM MÖRICKE)
THE OLIVE BRANCH
SONG
THE WILD ROSE AND THE SNOWDROP
THE DEATH OF WINTER
SONG
JOHN LACKLAND
A striking opening invites listeners into a world where history and feeling collide. The opening verses echo the haunting aftermath of distant battles, conjuring the bleak plains of Chillianwallah with a rhythm that feels both mournful and relentless. Those lines set the tone for a collection that balances stark war imagery with tender moments drawn from everyday rural life.
Beyond the battlefield, the poems turn to quieter scenes—children at play, the fleeting grace of a doe, and the simple comforts of home. The poet’s language is lush yet precise, weaving together vivid descriptions and subtle emotional currents that linger long after the reading ends. Whether recalling the clang of artillery or the soft rustle of a countryside chase, each piece offers a fresh perspective, inviting listeners to pause, reflect, and feel the pulse of a bygone era.
Language
en
Duration
~4 hours (233K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
Jul 1, 1998
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1828–1909
A major Victorian novelist and poet, George Meredith brought wit, psychological insight, and musical language to works such as Modern Love, The Egoist, and The Ordeal of Richard Feverel. His writing explores love, society, nature, and the complicated choices that shape human lives.
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