Plays and Lyrics
Captivating Verses and Theatrical WondersBy Cale Young Rice
Length3h 40m
About this audiobook
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.
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'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'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'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'S END
98ACT IV
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