A Lover's Diary, Volume 2.

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A Lover's Diary, Volume 2.

by Gilbert Parker

EN·~31 minutes

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Description

A tender, poetic diary unfolds as the narrator drifts through yearning and reverie, seeking a hidden “golden fire” that fuels his imagination. Each entry is a meditation on love’s shadows and the quiet moments when desire whispers through song and dream. The voice moves from wistful contemplation to vivid images of distant seas, inviting listeners to linger on the delicate balance between hope and melancholy.

The collection weaves together a series of lyrical scenes—a brave ship searching for a bride, a phantom lover haunting a harbor, and a solitary wanderer at the gates of a citadel. Interlaced with spiritual echoes and gentle moral counsel, the verses explore longing, loss, and fleeting grace without revealing any decisive resolution. The result is a richly textured soundscape that feels both intimate and timeless, perfect for those who cherish reflective, lyrical storytelling.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~31 minutes (30K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2004-08-01

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Gilbert Parker

Gilbert Parker

1862–1932

A Canadian-born novelist who found fame in London, he wrote historical romances packed with drama, politics, and vivid settings. His books, including The Seats of the Mighty and The Weavers, made him a widely read popular author of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

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