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The Scarlet Gown: Being Verses by a St. Andrews Man

The Scarlet Gown: Being Verses by a St. Andrews Man

An Ode to St. Andrews: Poetic Reflections of a Scottish TownBy R. F. Murray

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The Scarlet Gown: Being Verses by a St. Andrews Man

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In "The Scarlet Gown: Being Verses by a St. Andrews Man," R. F. Murray crafts a lyrical exploration of life, nature, and human emotion within the evocative landscapes of St. Andrews. The collection is interspersed with deftly constructed verses that marry traditional forms with a contemporary sensibility, revealing a profound engagement with both personal and universal themes. Murray's stylistic choice of vivid imagery and rhythmic elegance situates the work within the broader context of early 20th-century poetry, echoing the sentiments of contemporary Scottish writers while retaining a distinct voice that is keenly reflective of his academic environment. Murray, a notable figure in the literary circles of St. Andrews, draws inspiration from his experiences as a scholar in one of Scotland's oldest universities. His profound connection to the region and its cultural heritage informs the themes prevalent in the verses, revealing a deep appreciation for the interconnectedness of place and identity. Murray's background in literature and philosophy informs a thoughtful, layered approach to poetry that invites readers to ponder the depth of their own experiences. This collection is highly recommended for readers who appreciate the richness of lyrical poetry that resonates with both personal introspection and cultural commentary. Murray'Äôs work serves as an invitation to reflect on the myriad ways in which our surroundings shape our thoughts and feelings, making "The Scarlet Gown" a resonant addition to the modern poet's library.

Poetic Mythological World Gods & Mortals Memory Small Town Nature & Wilderness Identity

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GenrePoetry

Length50 mins

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FormateBook with Audio

Publish dateDec 17, 2019

LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1PREFACE

21A BALLAD OF THE TOWN WATER

2THE VOICE THAT SINGS

22ΒΡΕΚΕΚΕΚΕΞ ΚΟΑΞ ΚΟΑΞ

3THE BEST PIPE

23TO NUMBER 27X.

4HYMN OF HIPPOLYTUS TO ARTEMIS

24A STREET CORNER

5ON A CRUSHED HAT

25THE POET’S HAT

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6A SWINBURNIAN INTERLUDE

26A SONG OF GREEK PROSE

7SWEETHEART

27AN ORATOR’S COMPLAINT

8MUSIC FOR THE DYING

28MILTON

9FAREWELL TO A SINGER

29MAGNI NOMINIS UMBRA

10THE CITY OF GOLF

30SONG FROM ‘THE PRINCESS’

11THE SWALLOWS

31ANDREW M’CRIE

12AFTER MANY DAYS

32AN INTERVIEW

13HORACE’S PHILOSOPHY

33THE M.A. DEGREE

14ADVENTURE OF A POET

34TRIOLET

15A BUNCH OF TRIOLETS

35VIVIEN’S SONG

16A BALLAD OF REFRESHMENT

36THE WASTER SINGING AT MIDNIGHT

17A DECEMBER DAY

37THIRTY YEARS AFTER

18A COLLEGE CAREER

38THE GOLF-BALL AND THE LOAN

19THE WASTER’S PRESENTIMENT

39TO THE READER OF ‘UNIVERSITY NOTES’

20THE CLOSE OF THE SESSION

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