Collected Poems 1901-1918 in Two Volumes. Volume I.

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Collected Poems 1901-1918 in Two Volumes. Volume I.

by Walter De la Mare

EN·~1 hours

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A fresh voice from the early twentieth century unfurls a tapestry of lyrical poems that linger between myth and everyday wonder. Drawing on ancient deities, rust‑colored forests, and the hush of winter, the verses invite listeners to hear the sigh of Pan, the whispered counsel of a woodman, and the fragile laughter of children playing in snow‑clad gardens. The poet’s language is both musical and precise, turning simple scenes into meditative reflections on longing, loss, and the quiet power of nature.

The collection moves through contrasting moods—bright spring fire, the ache of aging, and the stark clarity of memory—each piece a brief, resonant vignette. Whether contemplating the fleeting beauty of youth, the stubborn persistence of an old crone, or the echo of a distant sea, the poems offer an intimate, contemplative experience. Listeners will find themselves drifting through vivid imagery, feeling the pulse of each line as it gently guides the imagination toward both comfort and melancholy.

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en

Duration

~1 hours (107K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2004-04-01

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Walter De la Mare

Walter De la Mare

1873–1956

Best known for dreamlike poems and eerie stories, this English writer had a rare gift for making the ordinary feel mysterious. His work for both children and adults helped make him one of the most distinctive literary voices of the early 20th century.

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