Poems By the Way
A Journey Through Medieval Inspiration and Social Commentary in Victorian PoetryBy William Morris
Length3h 37m
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In "Poems By the Way," William Morris presents a collection of lyrical verses that reflect his deep appreciation for nature, love, and the ephemeral moments of life. This work, characterized by its rich imagery and rhythmic language, captures the essence of the Pre-Raphaelite movement, intertwining themes of beauty and social critique. Morris'Äôs engagement with medievalism and his nuanced reflections on contemporary issues are particularly evident, as he juxtaposes vivid portrayals of the natural world with a longing for a more harmonious society. The poems encapsulate his fervent belief in the transformative power of art and poetry, delivered through a style that is both accessible and profound. William Morris (1834-1896), a prominent figure in the Arts and Crafts Movement, was not only a poet but also a designer, Marxist thinker, and social activist. His commitment to craftsmanship and beauty in everyday life was rooted in a reaction against the industrialization of his time. "Poems By the Way" arose from his exploration of aesthetic ideals amidst societal challenges, echoing his personal journey towards a more utopian vision of the world. Readers seeking a poignant reflection on life's fleeting beauty will find Morris's work deeply resonant. "Poems By the Way" invites contemplation on the complexity of human experience while also serving as a profound critique of the socio-economic realities of the Victorian era. This collection is essential for those interested in the intersections of art, politics, and poetics.
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GenrePoetry
Length3 hrs 37 mins
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Publish dateDec 3, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1HERE BEGIN POEMS BY THE WAY. WRITTEN BY WILLIAM MORRIS. AND FIRST IS THE POEM CALLED FROM THE UPLAND TO THE SEA.
26LOVE’S REWARD.
2OF THE WOOING OF HALLBIORN THE STRONG. A STORY FROM THE LAND- SETTLING BOOK OF ICELAND, CHAPTER XXX.
27THE FOLK-MOTE BY THE RIVER.
3ECHOES OF LOVE’S HOUSE.
28THE VOICE OF TOIL.
4THE BURGHERS’ BATTLE.
29GUNNAR’S HOWE ABOVE THE HOUSE AT LITHEND.
5HOPE DIETH: LOVE LIVETH.
30THE DAY IS COMING.
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6ERROR AND LOSS.
31EARTH THE HEALER, EARTH THE KEEPER.
7THE HALL AND THE WOOD.
32ALL FOR THE CAUSE.
8THE DAY OF DAYS.
33PAIN AND TIME STRIVE NOT.
9TO THE MUSE OF THE NORTH.
34DRAWING NEAR THE LIGHT.
10OF THE THREE SEEKERS.
35VERSES FOR PICTURES.
11LOVE’S GLEANING-TIDE.
36FOR THE BRIAR ROSE.
12THE MESSAGE OF THE MARCH WIND.
37ANOTHER FOR THE BRIAR-ROSE.
13A DEATH SONG.
38THE WOODPECKER.
14ICELAND FIRST SEEN
39THE LION.
15THE RAVEN AND THE KING’S DAUGHTER.
40THE FOREST.
16SPRING’S BEDFELLOW.
41POMONA.
17MEETING IN WINTER.
42FLORA.
18THE TWO SIDES OF THE RIVER
43THE ORCHARD.
19LOVE FULFILLED.
44TAPESTRY TREES.
20THE KING OF DENMARK’S SONS.
45THE FLOWERING ORCHARD.
21ON THE EDGE OF THE WILDERNESS.
46THE END OF MAY.
22A GARDEN BY THE SEA.
47THE HALF OF LIFE GONE.
23MOTHER AND SON.
48MINE AND THINE. FROM A FLEMISH POEM OF THE FOURTEENTH CENTURY.
24THUNDER IN THE GARDEN.
49THE LAY OF CHRISTINE. TRANSLATED FROM THE ICELANDIC.
25THE GOD OF THE POOR.
50HILDEBRAND AND HELLELIL. TRANSLATED FROM THE DANISH.
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