How Salvator Won, and Other Recitations

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How Salvator Won, and Other Recitations

by Ella Wheeler Wilcox

EN·~2 hours

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Description

A lively anthology of verse crafted for the spoken word, this collection gathers poems that revel in drama and rhythm. Compiled especially for readers who enjoy bringing poetry to life, the pieces range from early works to fresh creations, each chosen for its strong elocutionary potential. The language is vivid and the meter steady, inviting listeners to feel the pulse of each line as they recite it aloud.

Among the standout pieces is a breath‑taking race poem that captures the roar of a crowd, the thunder of hooves, and the fierce rivalry between two champion horses. Its energetic cadence and vivid imagery place the listener on the track, hearing every cheer and the jockey’s urgent commands. The anthology also offers lighter, conversational verses on love, gossip and everyday scenes, providing a well‑rounded showcase of dramatic poetry perfect for practice or pure enjoyment.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~2 hours (117K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Thierry Alberto, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Release date

2020-04-23

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Ella Wheeler Wilcox

Ella Wheeler Wilcox

1850–1919

Beloved for her memorable lines on joy, sorrow, love, and resilience, this American poet reached a huge popular audience in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Her work combines plainspoken feeling with an upbeat, inspirational spirit that kept readers returning for generations.

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