
In this third volume of the poet’s nature series, the verses turn everyday countryside scenes into meditations on the unseen spirit of the world. From the chirping grasshopper to the distant call of an eagle, each stanza captures a fleeting moment with a rhythm that feels both intimate and expansive. The language is lush yet precise, inviting listeners to hear the rustle of leaves, the patter of rain, and the quiet hum of insects as if they were spoken aloud.
Complementing the poetry are delicate photogravure illustrations by artist Eric Pape, each echoing the tone of a companion poem. The images—rendered in soft, naturalistic lines—bring the same forests, streams, and twilight skies to visual life, enriching the auditory experience. Together, the verses and pictures form a contemplative journey that feels like a walk through a sun‑dappled grove, perfect for listeners who cherish the quiet wonder of the natural world.
Full title
The Poems of Madison Cawein, Volume 3 (of 5) Nature poems
Language
en
Duration
~4 hours (284K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Larry B. Harrison, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Release date
2017-06-30
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1865–1914
A Kentucky poet known for rich, musical verse, he built a reputation as a gifted writer of nature poetry at the turn of the 20th century. His work often blends close observation of the natural world with romance, myth, and a deep love of English literary tradition.
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