Episodes

  • Agamemnon's Tomb-Emma Lazarus

    Agamemnon's Tomb-Emma Lazarus
    Aug 2 2026
    Agamemnon's Tomb-Emma Lazarus explores the profound themes of identity, legacy, and the search for meaning within the context of history and mythology. This thought-provoking work invites listeners to reflect on the enduring impact of the past on contemporary society. Lazarus's eloquent prose captures the essence of human experience, making it relevant for today's audience as we grapple with our own histories and the narratives that shape us. The exploration of cultural heritage and the quest for understanding resonate deeply, reminding us that our stories are intertwined with those who came before us. This audiobook is a compelling journey into the heart of what it means to be human across time.
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    33 mins
  • New Colossus - Emma Lazarus

    New Colossus - Emma Lazarus
    Jun 10 2026
    LibriVox volunteers bring you 26 recordings of The New Colossus by Emma Lazarus. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for June 24, 2012.Lazarus wrote her own important poems and edited many adaptations of German poems, notably those of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe and Heinrich Heine. She also wrote a novel and two plays. Her most famous work is "The New Colossus", which is inscribed on the pedestal of the Statue of Liberty. Lazarus' close friend Rose Hawthorne Lathrop was inspired by "The New Colossus" to found the Dominican Sisters of Hawthorne. (Summary by Wikipedia)
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    32 mins