Poems


Gelesen von Eva Davis (d. 2025)

(4.9 stars; 15 reviews)

A concise collection of poems translated from the great German poet Rilke into formal English verse. Although the translation may be freer than some modern texts, this selection, which spans early and later writings and includes a preface refreshingly focused on the poet's artistic development, provides a nice entrée into Rilke's world. (Summary by Eva Davis) (1 hr 21 min)

Kapitel

Introduction 32:41 Gelesen von Eva Davis (d. 2025)
First Poems 1:36 Gelesen von Eva Davis (d. 2025)
The Book of Pictures I 9:04 Gelesen von Eva Davis (d. 2025)
The Book of Pictures II 9:43 Gelesen von Eva Davis (d. 2025)
The Book of Pictures III 10:37 Gelesen von Eva Davis (d. 2025)
New Poems 7:45 Gelesen von Eva Davis (d. 2025)
The Book of a Monk's Life 4:08 Gelesen von Eva Davis (d. 2025)
The Book of Pilgrimage 3:43 Gelesen von Eva Davis (d. 2025)
The Book of Poverty and Death 2:39 Gelesen von Eva Davis (d. 2025)

Bewertungen


(5 stars)

A very fine narration. Rilke was one of the finest poets of the twentieth century. Unlike many narrators, who read too fast, I find this narrator has an excellent pace.

Rilke finely illuminated


(5 stars)

For anyone coming for the first time to Rilke's poetry this will be uniquely rewarding. A richly allusive translation read with measured beauty and acute understanding. Bravo.

Beautifully done!


(5 stars)

Very professional narrator and beautiful presentation!