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Odes and Sonnets

Odes and Sonnets

Written by: Clark Ashton Smith
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Immerse yourself in the lyrical beauty and emotional depth of poetry as we explore the themes of love, nature, and the human experience through the art of odes and sonnets. This podcast celebrates the exquisite craftsmanship of verse, inviting listeners to appreciate the intricate rhythms and profound sentiments that define this timeless form of expression. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, showcasing a rotating collection of poetic works that span different eras and styles, from the classical to the modern. This is not a single story but a series of unique explorations that delve into the rich tapestry of emotions and ideas conveyed through poetry. Allow the words to transport you, evoke reflection, and inspire a deeper connection to the world around you. Discover a new book with every episode and revel in the power of language as it dances across the page.Copyright Single Author Genre Art Entertainment & Performing Arts
Episodes
  • White Canoe and Other Verse-Alan Sullivan

    White Canoe and Other Verse-Alan Sullivan
    Aug 28 2026
    Clark Ashton Smith, nicknamed one of the "big three" of Weird Tales (the famous pulp fiction magazine), was also a romantic-style poet, contributor to the Cthulhu Mythos and a literary friend of H.P Lovecraft. As a poet, he was considered one of the last great West Coast Romantics. Published in 1918, prefaced by his mentor George Sterling and illustrated with Decadent movement-inspired embellishments by Florence Lundborg, this volume contains material republished from his 1912 collection and later included in his 1922 poetry compilation. (Summary by Mary Kay)
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    32 mins
  • Foliage Various Poems-William Henry Davies

    Foliage Various Poems-William Henry Davies
    Aug 27 2026
    Clark Ashton Smith, nicknamed one of the "big three" of Weird Tales (the famous pulp fiction magazine), was also a romantic-style poet, contributor to the Cthulhu Mythos and a literary friend of H.P Lovecraft. As a poet, he was considered one of the last great West Coast Romantics. Published in 1918, prefaced by his mentor George Sterling and illustrated with Decadent movement-inspired embellishments by Florence Lundborg, this volume contains material republished from his 1912 collection and later included in his 1922 poetry compilation. (Summary by Mary Kay)

    This episode includes AI-generated content.
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • West-Francis S. Borton

    West-Francis S. Borton
    Aug 26 2026
    Clark Ashton Smith, nicknamed one of the "big three" of Weird Tales (the famous pulp fiction magazine), was also a romantic-style poet, contributor to the Cthulhu Mythos and a literary friend of H.P Lovecraft. As a poet, he was considered one of the last great West Coast Romantics. Published in 1918, prefaced by his mentor George Sterling and illustrated with Decadent movement-inspired embellishments by Florence Lundborg, this volume contains material republished from his 1912 collection and later included in his 1922 poetry compilation. (Summary by Mary Kay)

    This episode includes AI-generated content.
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    54 mins
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