The Passing Throng

audiobook

The Passing Throng

by Edgar A. (Edgar Albert) Guest

EN·~2 hours

Chapters

Description

A gentle chorus of everyday moments flows through this collection, where simple scenes become windows into deeper truths. From bustling streets and quiet homes to the quiet strength of a steady spouse, each piece captures a fragment of life with quiet reverence. The verses move from the bright optimism of youthful hope to the solemn weight of loss, inviting listeners to pause and reflect on the rhythms that shape our days.

The poet’s hand is steady, weaving themes of faith, duty, and love into accessible language that feels both familiar and uplifting. Short, vivid snapshots—like a boy’s first fishing trip or a mother’s lullaby—sit beside meditations on bravery, sacrifice, and the comfort of shared belief. Listeners will find comfort in the honest, unpretentious tone that celebrates ordinary resilience.

With its blend of humor, tenderness, and quiet moral insight, the book feels like a friendly companion walking beside you, reminding you that every passing throng carries its own story worth hearing.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~2 hours (139K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Al Haines

Release date

2019-07-10

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Edgar A. (Edgar Albert) Guest

Edgar A. (Edgar Albert) Guest

1881–1959

Known as the “People’s Poet,” he wrote warm, plainspoken verse about home, work, and everyday life that made him one of America’s most widely read poets in the early 20th century. Born in England and raised in Detroit, he built a huge newspaper following and later reached audiences through radio and television as well.

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