Ballads and Poems of Tragic Life

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Ballads and Poems of Tragic Life

by George Meredith

EN·~1 hours

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Description

A rich tapestry of lyrical verse, this collection weaves together mythic musings and stark human drama. Opening with a dialogue between the ancient muses, the poems explore the tension between comedy and tragedy, hinting at the masks we all wear when confronting love, loss, and destiny. The language is vivid and rhythmic, echoing the cadence of a lyre while inviting listeners to linger on each haunting line.

Among the standout pieces, a sprawling ballad follows Archduchess Anne, a regal figure caught in a web of courtly intrigue and looming conflict. As she watches the charismatic Count Louis from the shadows of power, the poem paints a world of battlefield valor, whispered conspiracies, and the fragile balance between duty and desire. The verses pulse with tension, offering a glimpse into a world where honor and emotion clash, leaving the listener poised on the edge of an unfolding tragedy.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~1 hours (86K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by David E. Brown, Bryan Ness, MWS and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)

Release date

2014-10-29

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

George Meredith

George Meredith

1828–1909

A major Victorian novelist and poet, he is best remembered for sharp, psychologically rich fiction and for turning comedy into a serious way of looking at human behavior. His work rewards listeners who enjoy wit, moral complexity, and characters who rarely fit simple categories.

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