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They are icons of the literary world whose soaring works have been discussed and analyzed in countless classrooms, homes, and pubs. Yet for most readers, the living, breathing human beings behind the classics have remained unknown—until now. In this utterly captivating book, Dr. Elliot Engel...

Elliott Gould, Burt Reynolds, Meryl Streep, and a host of other celebrities read over 100 poems by four of America's greatest poets. Walt Whitman celebrates the brash and rugged individualism of his country in exuberant language. The spare, precise language of Emily Dickinson conveys her penetrating vision of the natural world and an acute understanding of the most profound human truths.

Robert Lee Frost (March 26, 1874-January 29, 1963) was an American poet who frequently wrote about settings from rural life in New England in the early 20th century, using them to examine complex social and philosophical themes. The following recording is from a 1954 lecture Frost gave on poetry and writers Charles Dickens, Henry David Thoreau, Emily Dickinson, T. S. Eliot, Theodore Dreiser, William Faulkner, Walter Savage Landor, Gerard Manley Hopkins, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Percy Shelley, and John Masefield.

Drawing upon everyday incidents, common situations, and rural imagery, Robert Frost fashioned poetry of great lyrical beauty and potent symbolism. His language is simple, clear, and colloquial, yet dense with meaning and wider significance. This brilliant collection features some of Frost's greatest works, including "The Road Not Taken," "Asking for Roses," "The Death of the Hired Man," "In the Home Stretch," "Into My Own," "Meeting and Passing," "Mending Wall," and more. 

The Ultimate Classics Collection: Volume One is a continent-hopping, century-spanning collection of 15 essential classic novels by British, American, and Russian authors, read by a cast of incredible narrators including Stephen Fry, Jason Isaacs, Adjoa Andoh, David Rintoul, and many more.

New Hampshire features Frost's meditations on rural life, love, and death, delivered in the voice of a soft-spoken New Englander. Critics have long marveled at the poet's gift for capturing the speech of the region's natives and his realistic evocations of the area's landscapes. This compilation, first published in 1923, earned Frost the first of his four Pulitzer Prizes and includes several of his best-known poems: "Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening", "Nothing Gold Can Stay", and "Fire and Ice".

New Hampshire is a collection of poems by Robert Frost first published in 1923 by Henry Holt. It contains a number of his best known poems, including "Fire and Ice", "Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening", "Nothing Gold Can Stay", and “For Once, Then, Something”. The collection is organized into three sections: the poem “New Hampshire”, a group of poems labeled “Notes”, and a second group labeled “Grace Notes”.  

Robert Frost's "After Apple-Picking" explores the quiet exhaustion, reflection, and dreamlike uncertainty that follow a long day's work. Music: 'Undertow' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com...

Embark on a journey through the rich landscapes of nature and the human experience, as suggested by the evocative title, Mountain Interval. This podcast delves into the profound themes of solitude, reflection, and the intricate connections we share with our surroundings, inspired by the timeless poetry of the early 20th century. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, presenting a rotating collection that captures the essence of nature's beauty and the complexities of human emotion. This is not a single story but a series of unique explorations that invite listeners to ponder the ...

Immerse yourself in the tranquil yet profound world of "West-Running Brook," where the themes of nature, reflection, and the passage of time flow seamlessly through a rotating collection of audiobooks. Each episode invites listeners to explore the interplay between human experience and the natural landscape, echoing the essence of Frost's poetic imagery. With a focus on the beauty and complexity of life’s journey, this series presents a diverse array of narratives that celebrate the rhythms of existence, from the gentle whisper of a brook to the expansive horizons of the mind. Every episode ...

Immerse yourself in the lyrical beauty and nuanced observations of nature and life as we explore the themes encapsulated in "New Hampshire - A Poem with Notes and Grace Notes." This podcast invites listeners to engage with a rich tapestry of poetry that reflects on the human experience through the lens of the natural world. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, offering a rotating collection that celebrates the connections between Frost's longest poem and the profound insights of his other works. The "Notes" intertwine with the emotional resonance of the "Grace Notes," creating a ...

Embark on a journey through the intricate landscapes of human emotion and experience, inspired by the evocative title, Mountain Interval. This podcast invites listeners to delve into the realms of reflection, resilience, and the contemplative beauty of life’s choices and challenges. Each episode features a new complete audiobook that explores themes of nature, personal struggle, and the philosophical underpinnings of existence, echoing the timeless essence of Frost's poetic vision. This is not a single story but a series of unique explorations that illuminate the depths of human connection ...

Explore the rich tapestry of youth, growth, and the journey of self-discovery in "Boy's Will," a podcast that delves into the nuances of adolescence and the myriad emotions that accompany it. Each episode features a new complete audiobook that resonates with the themes of boyhood, aspirations, and the bittersweet nature of growing up. Through poignant narratives and vivid imagery, listeners are invited to reflect on the complexities of identity, the joys and struggles of youth, and the lessons learned along the way. This is not a single story but a series of unique explorations that capture ...

Explore the rich tapestry of youth and the coming-of-age experience through the lens of heartfelt poetry and introspective verse in "Boy's Will (version 2)." This podcast invites listeners to delve into the intricacies of growth, identity, and the natural world, reflecting on the complexities of a boy's journey toward adulthood. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, offering a rotating collection that showcases the beauty and simplicity of language while grappling with profound themes of nature, love, and self-discovery. This is not a single story but a series of unique explorations ...

Venture into the rich tapestry of rural life and the complexities of human relationships as reflected in the evocative title "North of Boston." This podcast unearths the themes of nature, community, and the nuanced emotions that bind us, all set against the backdrop of New England's landscapes. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, allowing listeners to immerse themselves in a rotating collection that captures the essence of place and the intricacies of personal connections. This is not a single story but a series of unique explorations that delve into the heart of what it means to ...

In 1961, poet Robert Frost was invited to read at the inauguration of President John F. Kennedy. It would be the first by a poet for an inaugural ceremony. President-elect Kennedy asked Frost to recite the poem "The Gift Outright" unless the poet planned to write a poem especially for the occasion. Frost did, in fact, write a new poem for the day entitled "Dedication." However, when the time came to read, the wind and sun's glare made this impossible, though Frost made a valiant attempt. Instead, he reverted to "The Gift Outright," which he read by heart.

This collection was published in 1923 and won the Pulitzer Prize for the author in the following year. It is laid out in three main sections. The first is a lengthy poem, titled New Hampshire, the name being given to the entire collection. The second section bears the title "Notes", and consists of 14 poems, including the mini drama, "The Witch of Coös". The final section, which contains 30 poems, many of which are very short, is titled "Grace Notes."

Frost portrays leaving childhood in this poem read by award-winning audiobook narrator Mike Vendetti. "In a Vale" appears in Frost's first book of poetry, A Boy's Will.

"Mending Wall" is a poem by 20th-century American poet Robert Frost. It has become "one of the most anthologized and analyzed poems in modern literature."

"Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening" is a poem written in 1922 by Robert Frost and published in 1923 in his New Hampshire volume. Imagery, personification, and repetition are prominent in the work. In a letter to Louis Untermeyer, Frost called it "my best bid for remembrance".