Underneath the Bough: A Book of Verses
Capturing nature, love, and spirituality through evocative poetryBy George Allan England
Length1h 30m
About this audiobook
In "Underneath the Bough: A Book of Verses," George Allan England explores the nuanced tapestry of human emotion and nature through a collection of lyrical poems. The verses reflect a robust Romantic sensibility, showcasing an intricate interplay between personal introspection and the vibrant external world. England employs rich imagery and diverse forms to evoke the subtleties of love, loss, and the profound connections between humanity and the natural landscape, thus placing his work within the broader context of early 20th-century American literature that sought to transcend mere observation and engage with deeper existential themes. George Allan England (1877-1936) was a notable figure in American literature, whose diverse career as a novelist, editor, and short story writer allowed him to traverse various genres and styles. His experiences as a Western pioneer deeply influenced his perspective on nature and humanity, elements that resonate throughout this collection. England's personal life, marked by both struggles and triumphs, ultimately informs the emotional depth and philosophical inquiries found within these verses. "Underneath the Bough" is a timeless invitation to readers seeking to deepen their understanding of life's intricacies through poetic form. Its lyrical beauty and profound thematic exploration make it a must-read for lovers of poetry and those keen on understanding the interplay of human experiences against the backdrop of nature.
Audiobook details
GenrePoetry
Length1 hr 30 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 5, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1SONGS & SONNETS
26Blest Be the Day.
2Hesperides.
27“Mignonne Allons Voir Si La Rose....”
3I
28Religion.
4II
29The Great Woods Were Awakening.
5III
30I-N-R-I.
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6IV
31Fayre Robyn.[B]
7My Garden.
32Coeur de Femme.
8Erinnerungen.
33BALLADES & RONDEAUX
9The Battle Royal.
34Ballade of the Sick.
10España.
35Three Rondeaux from Charles d’Orléans.
11Love’s Fear.
36I. LE TEMPS A LAISSIÉ SON MANTEAU.
12Longings.
37II. DIEU! QU’IL LA FAIT BON REGARDER!
13The Eighth Ode of the Fourth Book of Horace.
38III. LES FOURRIERS D’ESTE SONT VENUS.
14Ricordatevi Di Me!
39The Song of the Poor.
15The Tower.
40Kyrielle.
16I
41Rondeau.
17II
42When I First Saw Edmée
18Love’s Prayer.
43My Old Coat.
19“Combien J’ai Douce Souvenance...!”
44A Pantoum.
20My Little Red Devil and I.
45When Doris Deigns.
21The College Pump.
46THE YEAR
22I Disputanti.
47Spring. MAY EVENING.
23“Quand Vous Serez Bien Vieille...”
48Summer. AUGUST RAIN.
24One Summer Night.
49Autumn NOVEMBER IN CAMBRIDGE.
25A Une Fleurette
50Winter. HAMPTON HOLIDAYS.
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