My Valued Ruby: Poems
Exploring Love, Loss, and Self-Discovery through Poetic BeautyBy Perry Honce McGee
Length1h 47m
About this audiobook
In "My Valued Ruby: Poems," Perry Honce McGee masterfully weaves a tapestry of emotions that oscillate between nostalgia and introspection. Through a distinctive blend of lyrical grace and free verse, McGee navigates the complexities of love, loss, and personal reflection. The collection stands as a testament to the author's keen observation of the human condition, inviting readers into a rich literary context that intertwines contemporary themes with timeless expressions of the heart. Each poem serves not only as an artistic endeavor but as a mirror reflecting the multifaceted nature of relationships, identity, and the passage of time. Perry Honce McGee, a poet with deep roots in both personal and cultural history, draws upon his experiences and insights that have shaped his understanding of the world. His work often encapsulates the fragility and resilience of human connections, informed by his background in the arts and humanities. McGee's ability to distill profound truths into concise verses is a hallmark of his poetic style, making his observations both accessible and profound. I highly recommend "My Valued Ruby: Poems" to readers who seek not only to appreciate poetry but to experience an emotional journey. This collection offers solace and understanding, making it an essential read for anyone yearning to explore the depths of human emotion through the art of verse.
Audiobook details
GenrePoetry
Length1 hr 47 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 5, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1THE STAR OF LIBERIA
26THE DEATH OF MRS. WORMSLEY
2DEFENSE
27EASTER ROSES (To Mrs. Perry Honce McGee)
3LOVE’S PRECAUTION
28EYES
4ON THE SUNNY SIDE OF LIFE
29LAZY MULE
5EIGHT NOBLEMEN
30THROUGH THE MILL
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6MY RUBY MONTROSE
31A DROOPING ROSE
7A LIFELONG HAPPINESS
32BECKER’S JEALOUSY
8THE EVILS OF ALCOHOL
33TRUELET
9THE SUNSHINE OF YESTERDAY
34INCH BY INCH
10GINGER BAY OUTING
35THE PLACE WHERE LITTLE MARY LIVES
11MY WIFE
36A QUESTION
12E’ER JANUWAH DE 2
37MR. FINK
13FATE AND TIME
38GRAY HEADS
14AFTER DE TOUN HALL SUPPER
39HER SOLEMN THOUGHTS
15WHAT WE OUGHT TO KNOW
40YOUR EYES AND MY EYES
16SIE RANKENS AND HIS WIFE LIZZ (Satisfied)
41NATURAL BORN COLORED MAN
17LIEUTENANT RUFF
42A BLOT ON LOVE
18THE PARSON’S RESOLUTION
43DE GOLDEN COW
19ON SUNDAY MORN
44MEMORIES
20TOAST
45YOU ARE
21MY LITTLE GIRL
46GRAY EYES
22A POET’S WIFE
47PICNIC DAY
23A FROSTY MORN
48JUST AN IRISHMAN’S WAY
24THE LITTLE TOE DANCER
49OFTEN TOLD
25A SPARK OF LOVE
50VIOLET AND YOU
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