The Kingdom of Love
Exploring the Depths of Love: A Poetic Journey through the HeartBy Ella Wheeler Wilcox
Length2h 3m
About this audiobook
In "The Kingdom of Love," Ella Wheeler Wilcox crafts a compelling exploration of love's transformative power through a collection of poignant poems and philosophical reflections. Her lyrical style combines rich imagery with emotional depth, drawing readers into a world where love serves as a central theme'Äîthe very essence of human experience. Set against the backdrop of the late 19th century, a time when romanticism and emotional expression were gaining prominence, Wilcox's work reflects the era's sensibilities while challenging societal norms surrounding love and personal relationships. Ella Wheeler Wilcox was a prominent poet, author, and social activist, celebrated for her progressive views on love and the human condition. Born in 1850, her upbringing in the Midwest shaped her understanding of both rural life and the intricacies of human emotions. Drawing from her own experiences and the societal transformations of her time, she penned this collection to inspire readers to embrace love as a pivotal force for personal and collective growth. "The Kingdom of Love" is highly recommended for those seeking to deepen their understanding of love's pivotal role in life. Wilcox'Äôs evocative language and keen insights make this collection not only an essential addition to any poetry anthology but also a profound reflection on the nature of love today.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.9 (15)
Includes Goodreads
GenrePoetry
Length2 hrs 3 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 2, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1THE KINGDOM OF LOVE
26WHAT WE WANT
2MEG’S CURSE
27BREAKING THE DAY IN TWO
3SOLITUDE
28THE RAPE OF THE MIST
4THE GOSSIPS
29THE TWO GLASSES
5PLATONIC
30THE MANIAC
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6GRANDPA’S CHRISTMAS
31WHAT IS FLIRTATION?
7AFTER THE ENGAGEMENT
32HUSBAND AND WIFE
8A HOLIDAY
33HOW DOES LOVE SPEAK?
9FALSE
34REINCARNATION
10TWO SINNERS
35AS YOU GO THROUGH LIFE
11THE PHANTOM BALL
36HOW SALVATOR WON
12WORDS AND THOUGHTS
37THE WATCHER
13WANTED—A LITTLE GIRL
38HOW WILL IT BE?
14THE SUICIDE
39MEMORY’S RIVER
15“NOW I LAY ME”
40LOVE’S WAY
16THE MESSENGER
41A MAN’S LAST LOVE
17A SERVIAN LEGEND
42THE LADY AND THE DAME
18PEEK-A-BOO
43CONFESSION
19THE FALLING OF THRONES
44I
20HER LAST LETTER
45II
21THE PRINCESS’S FINGER-NAIL: A TALE OF NONSENSE LAND
46L’ENVOI
22A BABY IN THE HOUSE
47A MARRIED COQUETTE
23THE FOOLISH ELM
48FORBIDDEN SPEECH
24ROBIN’S MISTAKE
49THE SUMMER GIRL
25NEW YEAR RESOLVE
50THE GHOST
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