Trench Ballads, and Other Verses
Echoes of Conflict: Poignant Verses from the Trenches of WWIBy Erwin Clarkson Garrett
Length41m
About this audiobook
In "Trench Ballads, and Other Verses," Erwin Clarkson Garrett captures the raw emotional landscape of World War I through a series of poignant poems that resonate with the struggles of the human spirit amidst the horrors of war. Employing a lyrical yet unembellished style, Garrett'Äôs verses navigate themes of valor, loss, and resilience, often drawing upon the musicality inherent in the traditional ballad form. The collection is steeped in the historical context of the 1910s, reflecting the cultural upheaval and collective trauma experienced by soldiers and civilians alike, rendering a vivid portrait of life in the trenches. Erwin Clarkson Garrett was not only a poet but also a soldier who served during the Great War, lending his voice a profound authenticity and urgency. His experiences on the battlefield shaped his understanding of the complexities of courage and sorrow, ultimately inspiring him to memorialize the stories and feelings of soldiers through his verse. This deeply personal connection to the subject matter imbues the collection with a sense of urgency and emotional depth that speaks to readers both familiar and unfamiliar with the realities of war. For readers seeking to comprehend the psychological impact of World War I, "Trench Ballads, and Other Verses" stands as an essential work, illuminating the profound human experience through Garrett'Äôs evocative language and heartfelt expression. This collection is a must-read for poetry enthusiasts, historians, and anyone interested in the intersection of art and experience in times of conflict.
Audiobook details
GenrePoetry
Length41 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateApr 26, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1S. O. S.
16PART II. PRE-WAR POEMS.
2THE GAS-PROOF MULE.
17TO FRANCE—1917.
3INFANTRY OF THE WORLD WAR.
18THE PACIFIST.
4THE FLOWERS OF FRANCE.
19BATTLE HYMN OF 17.
5A FIRST-CLASS PRIVATE.
20PART III. OTHER VERSES.
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6BIRDS OF BATTLE.
21MY SAPPHIRE.
7ONLY FOR YOU.
22THE TWINS.
8COOTIES.
23ON SENDING MY BOOK TO AN ENGLISH FRIEND.
9OLD FUSEE.
24IMMORTAL KEATS.
10THE COLORS OF BLIGHTY.
25TO A LITTLE GIRL.
11WHEN NURSE COMES IN.
26GOD.
12CHARLIE CHAPLIN IN BLIGHTY.
27I
13TWO WORLDS.
28II
14EMBARKATION HOME.
29THE GOLDEN DAY.
15THE STATUE OF LIBERTY.
30NOTES: NOTES.
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