The Divine Vision, and Other Poems

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The Divine Vision, and Other Poems

by George William Russell

EN·~52 minutes·1 chapter

Chapters

1 total

52:27

Description

The collection opens with a cascade of moon‑lit visions, where twilight drapes ancient hills and faerie lights stir in hidden caves. The poet weaves mythic heroes, celestial birds, and dreaming children into a tapestry that feels both timeless and intimately personal. Each piece pulses with a quiet reverence for the natural world, inviting listeners to linger in the soft glow of dusk‑lit Ireland.

Throughout, the verses move from the ethereal “Gates of Dreamland” to meditations on freedom, love, and the lingering echo of forgotten gods. The language is lyrical yet accessible, offering a gentle rhythm that sways like wind through the heather. Listeners will find a harmonious blend of mysticism and earthly wonder, a place where the heart can rest while the imagination takes flight.

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Language

en

Duration

~52 minutes (50K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Al Haines

Release date

2011-08-31

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

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About the author

George William Russell

George William Russell

1867–1935

A central figure in the Irish Literary Revival, this writer published under the striking pen name Æ and moved easily between poetry, painting, criticism, and public life. His work blends visionary mysticism with a deep interest in Ireland’s cultural and rural future.

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