Armazindy
The Poems and Prose Sketches of James Whitcomb RileyBy James Whitcomb Riley
Length2h 51m
About this audiobook
In "Armazindy," James Whitcomb Riley crafts a whimsical yet profound exploration of rural American life through the eyes of a child. The book is characterized by its lyrical style, employing vibrant dialect and playful verse that captures the essence of Midwestern folk culture. Riley's keen perception of childhood innocence and the pastoral landscape reflects the literary context of the late 19th century, marked by a resurgence of American regionalism and a yearning to celebrate local identities. The narrative intertwines nostalgic reminiscence with humor, inviting readers into a world that is both familiar and enchanting. James Whitcomb Riley, an emblematic figure in American literature, gained acclaim as the "Poet Laureate of the Hoosier State." His upbringing in rural Indiana significantly influenced his writing, as he sought to immortalize the speech and traditions of his native land. Riley's connection to the oral storytelling traditions and his dedication to illustrating the beauty of everyday life are evident in "Armazindy," making it a landmark of American poetry that resonates with the collective memory of its readers. This book is highly recommended for those who appreciate finely crafted poetry that encapsulates the spirit of childhood and the essence of American regionalism. Riley's charming verses and evocative imagery make "Armazindy" not only a delightful read for poetry enthusiasts but also a vital piece of literature that invites reflection on the simplicity and complexity of rural life.
Audiobook details
GenrePoetry
Length2 hrs 51 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 5, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1ARMAZINDY
49IV
2ARMAZINDY
50OUR OWN
3THE OLD TRUNDLE-BED
51MAKE-BELIEVE AND CHILD-PLAY
4NATURAL PERVERSITIES
52THE FROG
5THE OLD SCHOOL-CHUM
53“TWIGGS AND TUDENS”: TWIGGS AND TUDENS
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6WRITIN’ BACK TO THE HOME-FOLKS
54DOLORES
7THE BLIND GIRL
55WHEN I DO MOCK
8WE DEFER THINGS
56MY MARY
9THE MUSKINGUM VALLEY
57EROS
10FOR THIS CHRISTMAS
58ORLIE WILDE
11A POOR MAN’S WEALTH
59LEONAINIE
12THE LITTLE RED RIBBON
60TO A JILTED SWAIN
13“HOW DID YOU REST, LAST NIGHT?”
61THE VOICES
14A GOOD-BYE
62A BAREFOOT BOY
15WHEN MAIMIE MARRIED
63THE YOUTHFUL PATRIOT
16“THIS DEAR CHILD-HEARTED WOMAN THAT IS DEAD”
64PONCHUS PILUT
17I
65A TWINTORETTE
18II
66SLUMBER-SONG
19TO A POET-CRITIC
67THE CIRCUS PARADE
20AN OLD-TIMER
68FOLKS AT LONESOMEVILLE
21THE SILENT VICTORS
69THE THREE JOLLY HUNTERS
22I
70THE LITTLE DOG-WOGGY
23II
71CHARMS
24III
72I FOR CORNS AND THINGS
25IV
73II TO REMOVE FRECKLES—SCOTCH ONES
26UP AND DOWN OLD BRANDYWINE
74A FEW OF THE BIRD-FAMILY
27THREE SINGING FRIENDS
75THROUGH SLEEPY-LAND
28I LEE O. HARRIS
76THE TRESTLE AND THE BUCK-SAW
29II BENJAMIN S. PARKER
77THE KING OF OO-RINKTUM-JING
30III JAMES NEWTON MATTHEWS
78THE TOY PENNY-DOG
31A NOON LULL
79JARGON-JINGLE
32A WINDY DAY
80THE GREAT EXPLORER
33MY HENRY
81THE SCHOOL-BOY’S FAVORITE
34THE SONG I NEVER SING
82ALBUMANIA
35TO EDGAR WILSON NYE
83FRIENDSHIP
36LITTLE DAVID
84LIFE
37OUT OF THE HITHERWHERE
85LIFE’S HAPPIEST HOURS
38RABBIT IN THE CROSS-TIES
86MARION-COUNTY MAN HOMESICK ABROAD
39SERENADE—TO NORA
87BIRDY! BIRDY!
40THE LITTLE WHITE HEARSE
88THE LITTLE MOCK-MAN
41WHAT REDRESS
89SUMMER-TIME AND WINTER-TIME
42DREAMER, SAY
90HOME-MADE RIDDLES—ALL BUT THE ANSWERS
43WHEN LIDE MARRIED HIM
91I
44MY BRIDE THAT IS TO BE
92II
45“RINGWORM FRANK”
93THE LOVELY CHILD
46AN EMPTY GLOVE
94THE YELLOWBIRD
47II
95ENVOY
48III
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