By the Aurelian Wall, and Other Elegies
Melancholy Verses: Reflections on Love, Loss, and NatureBy Bliss Carman
Length30m
About this audiobook
In "By the Aurelian Wall, and Other Elegies," Bliss Carman crafts a poignant exploration of loss, memory, and the ephemeral nature of beauty. The collection is imbued with a rich interplay of lyrical language and evocative imagery, reflective of Carman'Äôs Symbolist influences and deep engagement with the natural world. The elegiac tone throughout serves not merely to mourn but to celebrate life's fleeting moments, particularly evident in his vivid portrayals of tranquil landscapes juxtaposed with themes of human frailty. This work stands as a significant contribution to late 19th and early 20th-century American poetry, encapsulating the struggles of an era marked by existential contemplation and a yearning for transcendence. Carman, often regarded as one of Canada's most prominent poets, drew from his own experiences and the landscapes of his native New Brunswick, as well as his extensive travels across Europe. His intimate understanding of nature and its emotional resonance profoundly shapes his poetry, offering insights into the universal human condition. These themes resonate particularly in this collection, which emerged during a period of personal reflection and artistic maturation. Readers seeking a contemplative journey through the intricacies of emotion and nature will find "By the Aurelian Wall, and Other Elegies" an essential addition to their literary repertoire. Carman's exquisite craftsmanship invites the reader to linger over each line, not only to grieve but to rejoice in the beauty of transient moments. This collection is a masterful testament to the enduring power of elegy and its ability to connect us with the depths of our shared human experience.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.8 (12)
Includes Goodreads
GenrePoetry
Length30 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 18, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1JOHN ELIOT BOWEN
10I
2HENRY GEORGE
11II
3ILICET
12III
4TO RAPHAEL
13IV
5TO P. V.
14V
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6A NORSE CHILD’S REQUIEM
15VI
7IN THE HEART OF THE HILLS
16VII
8AN AFTERWORD To G. B. R.
17ANDREW STRATON
9SEVEN WIND SONGS
18THE GRAVE-TREE
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