New Poems
Lyrical Reflections on Love, Nature, and SpiritualityBy Francis Thompson
Length1h 39m
About this audiobook
In "New Poems," Francis Thompson showcases his exceptional command of verse and his affinity for vivid imagery, creating a collection that reflects his struggles with faith, love, and the human condition. Characterized by rich metaphors and a deep lyricism, Thompson's literary style intertwines Romantic influences with Symbolist sensibilities, reflecting his tumultuous life experiences and profound spiritual quest. The poems traverse themes of longing and transcendence, often drawing upon both personal and universal motifs that resonate with the reader's own existential inquiries. Francis Thompson, an English poet largely known for his poignant and reflective works, experienced a tumultuous life marked by hardships and a continuous search for identity and faith. His early life, marred by poverty and illness, shaped his sensitivity to the fragility of human existence. Thompson's background in medicine and subsequent struggles with drug addiction further illuminated his inner conflicts, ultimately inspiring the deeply emotional and contemplative nature of his poetry in "New Poems." His familiarity with classical and contemporary literary traditions made him a unique voice in the Victorian poetry scene. "New Poems" is highly recommended for those seeking an intimate exploration of the soul'Äôs trials through lyrical beauty. Readers will find themselves captivated by Thompson's ability to articulate the inexpressible, making this collection a significant addition to the canon of English poetry. Those who appreciate the interplay of pain and beauty in literature will discover in Thompson's work a rich tapestry that speaks to the depths of human experience.
Audiobook details
GenrePoetry
Length1 hr 39 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 29, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1ANY SAINT
24THE CLOUD’S SWAN-SONG
2ASSUMPTA MARIA
25TO THE SINKING SUN
3THE AFTER WOMAN
26GRIEF’S HARMONICS
4GRACE OF THE WAY
27MEMORAT MEMORIA
5RETROSPECT
28JULY FUGITIVE
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6A NARROW VESSEL.
29TO A SNOW-FLAKE
7A GIRL’S SIN I.—IN HER EYES
30NOCTURN
8A GIRL’S SIN II.—IN HIS EYES
31A MAY BURDEN
9LOVE DECLARED
32A DEAD ASTRONOMER
10THE WAY OF A MAID
33‘CHOSE VUE’
11BEGINNING OF END
34‘WHERETO ART THOU COME?’
12PENELOPE
35HEAVEN AND HELL
13THE END OF IT
36TO A CHILD
14EPILOGUE
37HERMES
15MISCELLANEOUS ODES
38HOUSE OF BONDAGE
16ODE TO THE SETTING SUN
39THE HEART
17A CAPTAIN OF SONG
40A SUNSET
18AGAINST URANIA
41HEARD ON THE MOUNTAIN
19AN ANTHEM OF EARTH
42ULTIMA: LOVE’S ALMSMAN PLAINETH HIS FARE
20MISCELLANEOUS POEMS
43A HOLOCAUST
21‘EX ORE INFANTIUM’
44BENEATH A PHOTOGRAPH
22A QUESTION
45AFTER HER GOING
23FIELD-FLOWER
46MY LADY THE TYRANNESS
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