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1914, and Other Poems

1914, and Other Poems

Written by: Rupert Brooke
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Immerse yourself in the poignant reflections of a world on the brink of transformation, as suggested by the evocative title. This podcast delves into the themes of war, loss, and the fleeting moments of beauty that punctuate human experience, capturing the essence of a generation grappling with the shadows of conflict. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, offering a rotating collection of works that resonate with the spirit of Rupert Brooke's poetry and the turbulent era of World War I. Listeners are invited to explore a tapestry of voices and perspectives, from the battlefields to the quietude of introspection, weaving together a narrative that is both personal and universal. This is not a single story but a series of unique explorations that invite contemplation on the fragility of life and the enduring power of art. Discover a new book with every episode and enrich your understanding of humanity’s journey through tumult and transcendence.Copyright Poetry Genre Art Social Sciences World
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  • From Queen's Gardens - A Chorus of Many Voices-Various

    From Queen's Gardens - A Chorus of Many Voices-Various
    Sep 9 2026
    This is a volume of poems by Rupert Brooke, named after the famous poems "1914", written during and about World War I. Brooke himself died while taking part in a naval expedition to the Dardanelles, and was buried in Greece. The poems he wrote during the war were published posthumously and are the poems for which he is best-known today. This volume also contains poems written during a journey around the Pacific, and a number of miscellaneous poems. - Summary by Carolin
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    47 mins
  • One Hundred Verses from Old Japan-Teika no Fujiwara

    One Hundred Verses from Old Japan-Teika no Fujiwara
    Sep 8 2026
    This is a volume of poems by Rupert Brooke, named after the famous poems "1914", written during and about World War I. Brooke himself died while taking part in a naval expedition to the Dardanelles, and was buried in Greece. The poems he wrote during the war were published posthumously and are the poems for which he is best-known today. This volume also contains poems written during a journey around the Pacific, and a number of miscellaneous poems. - Summary by Carolin
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    49 mins
  • Tides-John Drinkwater

    Tides-John Drinkwater
    Sep 7 2026
    This is a volume of poems by Rupert Brooke, named after the famous poems "1914", written during and about World War I. Brooke himself died while taking part in a naval expedition to the Dardanelles, and was buried in Greece. The poems he wrote during the war were published posthumously and are the poems for which he is best-known today. This volume also contains poems written during a journey around the Pacific, and a number of miscellaneous poems. - Summary by Carolin
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    36 mins
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