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Poems on Various Subjects, Religious and Moral

Poems on Various Subjects, Religious and Moral

Written by: Phillis Wheatley
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Explore the profound interplay of faith, morality, and human experience in "Poems on Various Subjects, Religious and Moral." This podcast serves as a thematic collection that delves into the rich tapestry of spiritual and ethical reflections found in poetry. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, inviting listeners to engage with diverse voices and perspectives that illuminate the complexities of belief and virtue. Through a rotating selection of works, this series offers a unique exploration of how poetry can articulate the deepest questions of existence and the moral dilemmas we face. It is not a single narrative but rather a series of artistic expressions that encourage contemplation and inspire personal growth. Join us on this journey as you discover a new book with every episode, enriching your understanding of the human spirit and its quest for meaning.Copyright Poetry Genre Art Biological Sciences Science
Episodes
  • Tales of 1928 A Selection of Folktales, Fables, and Legends from Books Published in 1928-Various

    Tales of 1928 A Selection of Folktales, Fables, and Legends from Books Published in 1928-Various
    Sep 9 2026
    Phillis Wheatley was the first African-American to publish a book of poetry in 1773. Born in West Africa, she was sold into slavery at age seven, and bought by a wealthy Massachusetts family who taught her to read and write. Her extraordinary literary gifts led to the publication of her "Poems on Various Subjects, Religious and Moral," and to her eventual emancipation by her owners. Although some of the poems demonstrate an apparent acceptance of the racist values of the white slave-owning classes (which viewed Africans as savage), Wheatley's considerable talents simultaneously contradicted these stereotypes. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)
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    3 hrs and 17 mins
  • Tudor and Stuart Love Songs-John Potter Briscoe

    Tudor and Stuart Love Songs-John Potter Briscoe
    Sep 8 2026
    Phillis Wheatley was the first African-American to publish a book of poetry in 1773. Born in West Africa, she was sold into slavery at age seven, and bought by a wealthy Massachusetts family who taught her to read and write. Her extraordinary literary gifts led to the publication of her "Poems on Various Subjects, Religious and Moral," and to her eventual emancipation by her owners. Although some of the poems demonstrate an apparent acceptance of the racist values of the white slave-owning classes (which viewed Africans as savage), Wheatley's considerable talents simultaneously contradicted these stereotypes. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)
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    2 hrs and 20 mins
  • Rose Brake-Danske Dandridge

    Rose Brake-Danske Dandridge
    Sep 7 2026
    Phillis Wheatley was the first African-American to publish a book of poetry in 1773. Born in West Africa, she was sold into slavery at age seven, and bought by a wealthy Massachusetts family who taught her to read and write. Her extraordinary literary gifts led to the publication of her "Poems on Various Subjects, Religious and Moral," and to her eventual emancipation by her owners. Although some of the poems demonstrate an apparent acceptance of the racist values of the white slave-owning classes (which viewed Africans as savage), Wheatley's considerable talents simultaneously contradicted these stereotypes. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)
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    1 hr and 30 mins
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