
Sister Songs An Offering to Two Sisters
PREFACE
SISTER SONGS An Offering to Two Sisters - The Proem
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A luminous, lyrical tribute blooms from the pages of this early‑20th‑century poem, addressed to two cherished sisters. The poet weaves together the wild music of wind, birds, and blooming spring, turning each natural detail into a heartfelt hymn of love and gratitude. Rich with classical references and vivid metaphor, the opening invites listeners into a world where the seasons themselves seem to sing.
Through a cascade of images—ragged skies, laburnum fire, trembling lilies—the verses unfold like a fragrant garden, each line echoing the devotion of a sibling’s reverent offering. The rhythm swings between gentle lullaby and soaring anthem, capturing both intimate tenderness and the exuberant burst of May. Listeners will find a resonant, timeless meditation on beauty, memory, and the bonds that bind.
Language
en
Duration
~49 minutes (47K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
1999-05-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1859–1907
Best known for “The Hound of Heaven,” this English poet wrote with intense feeling, musical language, and a deep religious imagination. His life was marked by hardship, but his work left a lasting place in late Victorian poetry.
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