The palace of fantasy : $b or, the bard's imagery; with other poems

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The palace of fantasy : $b or, the bard's imagery; with other poems

by John Stockdale Hardy

EN·~3 hours·37 chapters

Chapters

37 total
1

THE PALACE OF FANTASY; OR, THE BARD’S IMAGERY With Other Poems.

0:15
2

ADVERTISEMENT.

0:27
3

PREFACE.

2:22
4

CANTO I. ARGUMENT.

1:03
5

CANTO I. - I.

24:41
6

CANTO II.

0:37
7

CANTO II. - LVIII.

16:46
8

CANTO III.

0:39
9

CANTO III. - XCVI.

21:19
10

CANTO IV.

0:16

Description

Step into a lyrical realm where imagination is given a grand hall of its own. This volume gathers a series of poems that celebrate nature, art, and the quiet moments of daily life, each rendered with a gentle, reflective voice. The verses range from tender musings on a newborn child to vivid sketches of a suddenly discovered tiled pavement, inviting the listener to pause and savor the world’s subtle beauties.

At the heart of the collection lies the extended poem that builds a fantastical palace attended by a herald, a page, and a guiding bard. As the narrator leads the audience through richly described tapestries, hidden caves, and serene bays, the poem weaves together allegory and description to lift the mind from ordinary concerns toward loftier, more enduring thoughts. The experience feels like a guided tour of wonder, encouraging listeners to let fancy brighten their hours and to contemplate a nobler destiny.

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Language

en

Duration

~3 hours (187K characters)

Release date

2025-08-22

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

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John Stockdale Hardy

1793–1849

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