Uncle Walt [Walt Mason], the Poet Philosopher

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Uncle Walt [Walt Mason], the Poet Philosopher

by Walt Mason

EN·~2 hours·165 chapters

Chapters

165 total
1

Uncle Walt \[WALT MASON\]

3:59
2

List of Illustrations

0:26
3

A Poet of the People

2:44
4

A Glance at History

0:56
5

Longfellow

0:52
6

In Politics

1:13
7

The Human Head

1:19
8

The Universal Help

1:01
9

Little Sunbeam

1:22
10

The Flag

0:46

Description

Step into a lively anthology that captures the heartbeat of early‑20th‑century America, one verse at a time. From the humor of “The Penny Saved” to the reflective tone of “Twilight Reveries,” the pieces swing between witty anecdotes and thoughtful snapshots of everyday life. Each short poem reads like a friendly chat, offering quick, memorable insights that feel fresh even today.

The collection’s range is striking: playful jabs at politics, gentle observations of nature, and warm reflections on family and work. Illustrations dotted throughout—such as a daring “Geronimo Aloft” and a quiet “Magic Mirror”—add visual charm that complements the verses. Listeners will discover why these simple, homespun rhymes once reached millions of newspaper readers, resonating with the common man’s hopes, worries, and quiet triumphs. It’s a timeless companion for anyone who enjoys a short, thoughtful pause amid the bustle of daily life.

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Language

en

Duration

~2 hours (168K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2012-11-18

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

Subjects

About the author

Walt Mason

Walt Mason

1862–1939

Best known for turning everyday worries and small-town observations into brisk, witty verse, this newspaper humorist became one of the most widely read columnists of his day. His poems and prose pieces mix common sense, warmth, and a sly smile.

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