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Plays and Lyrics

Plays and Lyrics

Captivating Verses and Theatrical WondersBy Cale Young Rice

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Plays and Lyrics

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In "Plays and Lyrics," Cale Young Rice masterfully intertwines poetic lyricism with dramatic dialogue, showcasing an innovative approach to early 20th-century American theater. This collection encompasses Rice's diverse talents, from his poignant one-act plays that explore themes of love, loss, and existential reflection to his deeply evocative poetry. Written during a time when American literature was seeking its own voice distinct from European influences, Rice's works reflect both the romantic ideals of the turn of the century and budding modernist sensibilities, making it a significant contribution to American literary traditions. Cale Young Rice was not just a playwright; he was a poet, critic, and educator who sought to elevate the status of American literature. A native of Kentucky and a prominent figure in the literary circles of his time, Rice's multifaceted career was influenced by his exposure to various artistic movements, his travels, and his desire to address social issues through art. His background in academia and passion for theatrical art enabled him to create works that were rich in both intellectual depth and emotional resonance. "Plays and Lyrics" is highly recommended for readers interested in the evolution of American theater and poetry. This collection serves not only as a testament to Cale Young Rice's literary prowess but also as an exploration of universal human experiences. Whether you are a scholar, a theater enthusiast, or a lover of poetry, this book promises to engage your mind and stir your heart.

Political Intrigue Poetic Royalty Romance Arranged Marriage Betrayal Family Conspiracy Historical Romance Fake Dating

Audiobook details

GenrePoetry

Length3 hrs 40 mins

Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices

FormateBook with Audio

Publish dateOct 23, 2023

LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1ACT II

50APRIL

2ACT III

51AUGUST GUESTS

3ACT IV

52AUTUMN

4JAEL

53THE WORLD

5MARY AT NAZARETH

541

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6OUTCAST

552

7ADELIL

563

8THE DYING POET

574

91

58AT TINTERN ABBEY

102

59THE VICTORY

113

60SEARCHING DEATH&#x27;S DARK

12HUMAN LOVE

61SERENITY

13OH, GO NOT OUT

62TO THE SPRING WIND

14CALL TO YOUR MATE, BOB-WHITE

63THE RAMBLE

15TRANSCENDED

64RETURN

16THE CRY OF EVE

65THE EMPTY CROSS

17THE CHILD GOD GAVE

66SUNSET-LOVERS

18MOTHER-LOVE

67TO A ROSE

19ASHORE

68UNBURTHENED

20LOVE&#x27;S WAY TO CHILDHOOD

69WHERE PEACE IS DUTY

21LISSETTE

70WANTON JUNE

22TEARLESS

71AUTUMN AT THE BRIDGE

23THE LIGHTHOUSEMAN

72SONG

24FROM ONE BLIND

731

25AT THE FALL OF ROME A.D. 455

742

26PEACELESS LOVE

753

27SUNDERED

764

28WITH OMAR

77AVOWAL TO THE NIGHTINGALE

29A JAPANESE MOTHER

78STORM-EBB

30SHINTO

79SLAVES

31EVOCATION

80WAKING

32THE ATONER

81FAUN-CALL

33INTIMATION

82LINGERING

34IN JULY

83STORM-TWILIGHT

35FROM ABOVE

84WILDNESS

36I. THE WORLD&#x27;S, AND MINE

85BEFORE AUTUMN

37II. LOVE-CALL IN SPRING

86FULFILMENT

38III. MATING

87TO THE FALLEN LEAVES

39IV. UNTOLD

88MAYA

40V. LOVE-WATCH

89SPIRIT OF RAIN

41VI. AS YOU ARE

90THE NYMPH AND THE GOD

42VII. AT AMALFI

91A SEA-GHOST

43VIII. ON THE PACIFIC

92LAST SIGHT OF LAND

44THE WINDS

93SILENCE

45THE DAY-MOON

94CHARACTERS

46TO A SINGING WARBLER

95ACT I

47TO THE SEA

96ACT II

48THE DEAD GODS

97ACT III

49AT WINTER&#x27;S END

98ACT IV

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