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LibriVox volunteers bring you 19 recordings of Longing for Spring-time by George L. Moore. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for February 21, 2021. ------ George Logan Moore was an Irish poet, there is not much information on him out there. This poem is taken from the Chambers’s Edinburgh Journal, March 15, 1879, apparently, he was paid 10s 6d for this poem. This Fortnightly Poem is dedicated to the long-awaited coming of Spring. - Summary by David Lawrence

Explore the complexities of domestic life, personal identity, and societal expectations in this collection of classic narratives. The title suggests a focus on the intricacies of marriage and the struggles of maintaining one's individuality within it. This podcast offers a rotating selection of full-length audiobooks that delve into the lives of characters navigating these challenges. Each week, a new book brings fresh perspectives from different time periods and styles, providing listeners with a diverse range of insights and stories. Perfect for those seeking to understand human ...

Cerphe's Up is an incisive musical memoir by Cerphe Colwell, a renowned rock radio broadcaster for more than 45 years in Washington, DC. Cerphe shares his life as a rock radio insider in rich detail. His story includes promotion and friendship with a young unknown Bruce Springsteen; his years at radio station WHFS 102.3 as it blossomed in a new freeform format; and candid interviews with famous musicians.

Step into the vibrant world of a mummers life, where love, laughter, and the chaos of performance intertwine. This captivating tale explores the complexities of relationships against the backdrop of a bustling artistic community, revealing the sacrifices and joys that come with being a mummers partner.

In the rugged north of England, Kate is a talented dressmaker who has always followed the path laid out for her—serving those around her, marrying a man deemed suitable, and living a life constrained over the hills she longs to cross. But when she discovers the novels that ignite her imagination and challenge her reality, she begins to question the limitations of her existence. George Moore, an Irish novelist, penned A Mummers Wife as his second novel, only for it to be rejected by the circulating libraries that promoted mainstream, moral works. This rejection sparked public curiosity, ...

Muslin, also known as A Drama In Muslin, is a poignant and realistic novel by George Moore that delves into the lives of five Irish girls navigating the tumultuous waters of adulthood after graduating from convent school. At the heart of the story is Alice Barton, a young woman who feels stifled by the societal expectations placed upon her and yearns for self-discovery, yet finds her path obstructed by the constraints of her gender. Her younger sister, Olive, though less popular in school, thrives in the real world, highlighting the stark contrast and rivalry between the two sisters. But this ...

George Edward Moore, commonly referred to as G. E. Moore, (1873 – 1958) was a prominent and influential English philosopher. Alongside notable figures such as Bertrand Russell, Ludwig Wittgenstein, and the earlier Gottlob Frege, he played a crucial role in establishing the analytic tradition in philosophy, shaping the way we think about ethics and the nature of moral understanding.