Episodi

  • Negro's Complaint and Other Poems-William Cowper
    Oct 10 2026
    "Negro's Complaint and Other Poems" by William Cowper is a poignant collection that addresses themes of suffering, injustice, and the human condition through the lens of the African experience. Cowper's powerful verse captures the anguish of oppression and the yearning for freedom, making it a timeless reflection on the struggles faced by marginalized voices. Listening to these poems today offers a profound reminder of the enduring fight against inequality and the importance of empathy in understanding the past.

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    1 ora e 4 min
  • To The Rural Muse and Other Poems-John Clare
    Sep 12 2026
    To The Rural Muse and Other Poems by John Clare is a poignant collection that captures the beauty and simplicity of rural life through the lens of nature and personal reflection. Clare's work resonates with themes of connection to the land, the passage of time, and the enduring human spirit, making it a timeless exploration of the relationship between humanity and the natural world. As listeners immerse themselves in Clare's evocative imagery and heartfelt verses, they are reminded of the profound impact of nature on our lives and the importance of preserving these connections.
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    1 ora e 13 min
  • Crescent Moon-Rabindranath Tagore
    Sep 7 2026
    Charles Williams was one of The Inklings, an Oxford based group of writers which included J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis. Although Williams' poetry was mainly influenced by his deeply held Christian faith, he also studied mysticism and had a great knowledge of and respect for the ideas and values of the classical world. Divorce (1920) is Williams' third book of poetry following Poems of Conformity which is also available on Librivox. (Summary by Alan Mapstone)
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    58 min
  • Negro's Complaint and Other Poems-William Cowper
    Sep 6 2026
    Charles Williams was one of The Inklings, an Oxford based group of writers which included J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis. Although Williams' poetry was mainly influenced by his deeply held Christian faith, he also studied mysticism and had a great knowledge of and respect for the ideas and values of the classical world. Divorce (1920) is Williams' third book of poetry following Poems of Conformity which is also available on Librivox. (Summary by Alan Mapstone)
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    1 ora e 4 min
  • Charles Simeon-Handley Carr Glyn Moule
    Sep 5 2026
    Charles Williams was one of The Inklings, an Oxford based group of writers which included J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis. Although Williams' poetry was mainly influenced by his deeply held Christian faith, he also studied mysticism and had a great knowledge of and respect for the ideas and values of the classical world. Divorce (1920) is Williams' third book of poetry following Poems of Conformity which is also available on Librivox. (Summary by Alan Mapstone)
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    7 ore e 29 min
  • Ravenna and Other Poems-Oscar Wilde
    Sep 4 2026
    Charles Williams was one of The Inklings, an Oxford based group of writers which included J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis. Although Williams' poetry was mainly influenced by his deeply held Christian faith, he also studied mysticism and had a great knowledge of and respect for the ideas and values of the classical world. Divorce (1920) is Williams' third book of poetry following Poems of Conformity which is also available on Librivox. (Summary by Alan Mapstone)
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    1 ora e 22 min
  • Coptic Homilies in the Dialect of Upper Egypt-E. A. Wallis Budge
    Sep 3 2026
    Charles Williams was one of The Inklings, an Oxford based group of writers which included J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis. Although Williams' poetry was mainly influenced by his deeply held Christian faith, he also studied mysticism and had a great knowledge of and respect for the ideas and values of the classical world. Divorce (1920) is Williams' third book of poetry following Poems of Conformity which is also available on Librivox. (Summary by Alan Mapstone)
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    4 ore e 45 min
  • Poems of William Blake-William Blake
    Sep 2 2026
    Charles Williams was one of The Inklings, an Oxford based group of writers which included J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis. Although Williams' poetry was mainly influenced by his deeply held Christian faith, he also studied mysticism and had a great knowledge of and respect for the ideas and values of the classical world. Divorce (1920) is Williams' third book of poetry following Poems of Conformity which is also available on Librivox. (Summary by Alan Mapstone)
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    55 min