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.
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GenrePoetry
Length1 hr 30 mins
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Publish dateNov 5, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1SONGS & SONNETS
34Ballade of the Sick.
2Hesperides.
35Three Rondeaux from Charles d’Orléans.
3I
36I. LE TEMPS A LAISSIÉ SON MANTEAU.
4II
37II. DIEU! QU’IL LA FAIT BON REGARDER!
5III
38III. LES FOURRIERS D’ESTE SONT VENUS.
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6IV
39The Song of the Poor.
7My Garden.
40Kyrielle.
8Erinnerungen.
41Rondeau.
9The Battle Royal.
42When I First Saw Edmée
10España.
43My Old Coat.
11Love’s Fear.
44A Pantoum.
12Longings.
45When Doris Deigns.
13The Eighth Ode of the Fourth Book of Horace.
46THE YEAR
14Ricordatevi Di Me!
47Spring. MAY EVENING.
15The Tower.
48Summer. AUGUST RAIN.
16I
49Autumn NOVEMBER IN CAMBRIDGE.
17II
50Winter. HAMPTON HOLIDAYS.
18Love’s Prayer.
51MORS OMNIUM VICTOR
19“Combien J’ai Douce Souvenance...!”
52Gunga Din in Hell.
20My Little Red Devil and I.
53Cui Bono?
21The College Pump.
54The Bride-Bed.
22I Disputanti.
55Dead Loves.
23“Quand Vous Serez Bien Vieille...”
56Death, the Friend.
24One Summer Night.
57La Jeune Fille.
25A Une Fleurette
58Lucie.
26Blest Be the Day.
59Luctus in Morte Passeris.
27“Mignonne Allons Voir Si La Rose....”
60Death in December.
28Religion.
61I.
29The Great Woods Were Awakening.
62II.
30I-N-R-I.
63III.
31Fayre Robyn.[B]
64The Royal Council.
32Coeur de Femme.
65Carmen Mortis.
33BALLADES & RONDEAUX
66FOOTNOTES:
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