A Treasury of War Poetry: British and American Poems of the World War 1914-1917
Echoes of the Great War: Poetic Reflections on Conflict and CourageBy Various
Length4h 8m
About this audiobook
A Treasury of War Poetry: British and American Poems of the World War 1914-1917 serves as a poignant anthology that encapsulates the profound emotional landscape of the Great War. The collection presents a wide array of poetic voices, ranging from the deeply personal reflections of soldiers in the trenches to the societal upheavals and transformations experienced on the home front. The literary style is notable for its evocative imagery and raw emotion, often employing modernist techniques and traditional forms to convey the horrors and heroism inherent in war. Positioned within the context of early 20th-century literature, these poems not only document a historical moment but also engage with the existential questions posed by such global conflict. The compilation features works from both well-known poets, such as Wilfred Owen and Siegfried Sassoon, and lesser-known figures whose contributions equally illuminate the wartime experience. The diverse backgrounds of the poets, along with their intimate encounters with war, inform a rich tapestry of perspectives. Their works reflect the cultural and historical milieu of the time, showcasing how the war dramatically influenced personal and collective identities. This anthology is essential for readers seeking to understand the complexities of war through the lens of poetry. It serves as a reminder of the power of words to articulate sorrow, bravery, and dignity amidst chaos. A Treasury of War Poetry invites readers not only to reflect on the past but also to consider the enduring impact of war on human experience.
Audiobook details
GenrePoetry
Length4 hrs 8 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 21, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1"FOR ALL WE HAVE AND ARE"
26CANADIANS
2ENGLAND TO FREE MEN
27THE KAISER AND BELGIUM
3PRO PATRIA
28THE BATTLE OF LIÈGE
4LINES WRITTEN IN SURREY, 1917
29MEN OF VERDUN
5FRANCE
30VERDUN
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6THE NAME OF FRANCE
31GUNS OF VERDUN
7VIVE LA FRANCE!
32THE SPIRES OF OXFORD
8THE SOUL OF JEANNE D'ARC
33OXFORD IN WAR-TIME
9O GLORIOUS FRANCE
34OXFORD REVISITED IN WAR-TIME
10TO FRANCE
35I
11PLACE DE LA CONCORDE
36II
12TO FRANCE
37III
13QUI VIVE?
38IV
14TO THE BELGIANS
39V
15BELGIUM
40VI
16TO BELGIUM
41VII
17TO BELGIUM IN EXILE
42THE WAR FILMS
18THE WIFE OF FLANDERS
43THE SEARCHLIGHTS
19RUSSIA—AMERICA
44CHRISTMAS: 1915
20TO RUSSIA NEW AND FREE
45"MEN WHO MARCH AWAY"
21ITALY IN ARMS
46WE WILLED IT NOT
22ON THE ITALIAN FRONT, MCMXVI
47THE DEATH OF PEACE
23AUSTRALIA TO ENGLAND
48IN WAR-TIME
24CANADA TO ENGLAND
49THE ANVIL
25LANGEMARCK AT YPRES
50THE FOOL RINGS HIS BELLS
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