Sea Poems
Enriched edition. Exploring the Depths of the Sea: Nature, Exploration, and Human Experience in PoetryBy Cale Young Rice
Length1h 40m
About this audiobook
Cale Young Rice's "Sea Poems" is a poignant collection that encapsulates the deep connection between humanity and the ocean. Through a masterful use of free verse and traditional forms, Rice explores themes of nature, longing, and the eternal dance of the tides. The poems resonate with the rhythms of the sea, reflecting the author's acute awareness of its beauty and terror, evoking vivid imagery that stirs the soul. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century poetry, Rice's work aligns with the modernist movement, employing both personal and universal perspectives to confront experiences of loss and wonder while embracing a distinctly American maritime landscape. An esteemed poet and playwright, Cale Young Rice was deeply influenced by his upbringing in Kentucky and later, his experiences by the coast. His engagement with nature and the complexities of the human experience are evident in his writing. Rice's academic pursuits and travels imbued him with a profound understanding of the ocean's role in shaping human emotion and philosophy, making "Sea Poems" a testament to the transformative power of the natural world. This collection is highly recommended for readers who seek to immerse themselves in the lyrical beauty of the sea while contemplating the human condition. Rice's seamless blending of personal reflections and universal themes invites both contemplation and reverie, making "Sea Poems" a significant contribution to American poetry.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.
Audiobook details
GenrePoetry
Length1 hr 40 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 12, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
5SONGS TO A. H. R.
2Sea Poems
6THE CITY
3FOREWORD
7Memorable Quotes
4THE SONG OF THE HOMESICK GAEL
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