Heavens and Earth
A book of poemsBy Stephen Vincent Benét
Length2h 4m
About this audiobook
In "Heavens and Earth," Stephen Vincent Benét crafts a sweeping narrative that interweaves the mystical and the historical, exploring the American experience from its indigenous roots to the quintessentially modern era. Employing a rich tapestry of poetic language and vivid imagery, Benét delves into the complexities of nature, spirituality, and the human condition, providing readers with a profound sense of place and identity. This collection reflects the modernist literary context of the early 20th century, characterized by experimentation with form and a focus on the psychological landscape of both individuals and society at large. Stephen Vincent Benét, an acclaimed American poet and novelist, was heavily influenced by his own experiences growing up in diverse cultural backgrounds across the United States. His deep appreciation for American folklore and history is evident throughout the collection, as he seeks to bridge the past with the present in a manner that honors both. The themes of memory, loss, and the search for meaning resonate throughout his work, making his voice uniquely relevant to the American literary canon. I highly recommend "Heavens and Earth" to readers seeking a profound exploration of the intersection between humanity and the natural world. Benét's masterful use of language and his ability to evoke emotion will resonate with both poetry enthusiasts and those interested in the larger narratives of American history, making this collection a compelling and enriching read.
Audiobook details
GenrePoetry
Length2 hrs 4 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateApr 24, 2025
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1TWO VISIONS OF HELEN
26RESURRECTION
2THE FIRST VISION OF HELEN
27FLOOD-TIDE
3THE LAST VISION OF HELEN
28THE SONG OF COLD AND PAIN
4CHARIOTS AND HORSEMEN
29WISDOM-TEETH
5THE RETORT DISCOURTEOUS
30THE KINGDOM OF THE MAD
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6TWO AT THE CROSSROADS
31THE ORIGINAL IMPULSE
7SIR JOHN RIMBECK TO THE PRINCESS OF ACRE
32LUNCH AT A CITY CLUB
8THREE DAYS’ RIDE
33THE KNOCKOUT
9I
34DEVOURER OF NATIONS
10II
35ABRAHAM’S BOSOM
11III
36PROHIBITION
12THE TALL TOWN
37MORTUARY PARLORS
13COLLOQUY OF THE STATUES
38TALK
14LUNCH-TIME ALONG BROADWAY
39NEARSIGHT
15THE WALKERS
40BEFORE MICHAEL’S LAST FIGHT
168:30 A. M. ON 32ND STREET
41ALWAYS THE SONNETTEER
17CHANSON AT MADISON SQUARE
42PORTRAIT OF YOUNG LOVE
18HYMN IN COLUMBUS CIRCLE
43TWO MORE MUSES
19APPLES OF EDEN
44OPERATION
20THE ETCHER
45THE TRAPEZE PERFORMER
21GRAND LARCENY
46EPITAPH TO BE SPOKEN
22NOVEMBER PROTHALAMION
47JUDGMENT
23EXPRESSIONS NEAR THE END OF WINTER
48BOARDING-HOUSE HALL
24LOST LIGHTS
49BLOOD BROTHERS
25COME BACK!
50WATCHMEN
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