
A richly woven tapestry of verse and prose, this work opens with a hymn that treats love as both a celestial fire and a humble, trembling whisper. The language is dense with metaphor, drawing the listener into a world where emotions are mapped onto stars, winds, and ancient chants. From the first breath, the text invites contemplation of how desire shapes thought and speech.
The narrative begins on a bleak hillside where two warriors, Brys and Gast, keep watch against prowling wolves. Their conversation drifts from the hunger of beasts to the ominous constellations above, hinting at a deeper prophecy that will guide their fate. Their blend of rugged realism and lyrical introspection sets a tone that is both gritty and mythic.
Beyond the battlefield, the story unfolds into intertwined tales of three women—each a distinct facet of love, imperfection, and longing. Their journeys promise explorations of legend, devotion, and the fragile dance between yearning and destiny, all rendered in the same hauntingly poetic voice.
Language
en
Duration
~3 hours (208K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2005-03-26
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1881–1938
Known for thoughtful, often dramatic verse, this English poet and critic moved in the circle of the Dymock poets and later became an influential university teacher of literature. His work helped shape both Georgian poetry and early 20th-century literary criticism.
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