
This volume opens with a meditation on the fleeting nature of memory, where the speaker watches time steal away treasured moments and yet finds solace in a new, intimate presence. The language blends classical cadence with a modern yearning, turning abstract loss into a quietly hopeful whisper.
Across the collection the poet moves from moonlit woods where lovers hide in trembling light, to the fierce, sun‑kissed streets of Spain where passion is both sword and song. Short, rhythmic verses celebrate the striking eyes of Ireland, while playful animal fables invite listeners into a world where beavers, bees and dragonflies offer homes beyond the ordinary.
The poems balance tender introspection with vivid, almost cinematic images, making them ideal for an auditory experience. Listeners will hear the rustle of leaves, the hum of distant drums, and the quiet echo of a solitary dancer, all rendered in a voice that feels both personal and timeless.
Language
en
Duration
~10 minutes (9K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2003-12-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1866–1947
A poet, essayist, and novelist of the fin-de-siècle, he became known for graceful, musical writing and for moving easily between literary London and America. His work carries the mood of the 1890s but often feels warm, witty, and surprisingly readable today.
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