Imogen: A Pastoral Romance

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Imogen: A Pastoral Romance

by William Godwin

EN·~4 hours

Chapters

Description

Step into a world where the rolling hills of ancient Britain echo with the songs of forgotten bards. Presented as a faithful translation of a Welsh pastoral romance, the narrative weaves together mythic druidic rites, rustic festivals, and the simple yet profound rhythms of rural life. The language retains a classical elegance, inviting listeners to feel the cool mist over the valleys and hear the distant call of shepherds beside stone circles.

At its heart is a young woman whose love for the land is matched only by her yearning for connection and self‑discovery. As she navigates the expectations of her community and the whispered counsel of the old druids, the story unfolds with gentle intrigue, tender friendships, and the ever‑present tension between tradition and personal desire. The first act sets the stage for a journey that balances lyrical description with the stirrings of a deeper, timeless romance.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~4 hours (276K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Produced by Jonathan Ingram, David Garcia and Distributed Proofreaders

Release date

2005-10-01

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

William Godwin

William Godwin

1756–1836

A bold English thinker and novelist, he became one of the earliest major voices for political reform and philosophical anarchism. He is also remembered for his close connection to two literary trailblazers: Mary Wollstonecraft, whom he married, and their daughter Mary Shelley.

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