A Wine of Wizardry


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(4.4 étoiles; 4 critiques)

A Wine of Wizardry is a captivating collection of poems by George Sterling that delves into the darker aspects of nature and the human experience. Rather than presenting an idealized vision, Sterling's work reflects a profound engagement with the natural world, revealing its complexities and mysteries.

Known as "the uncrowned King of Bohemia," Sterling faced significant public criticism for his unconventional style and themes. This collection showcases his unique voice, blending elements of mysticism and introspection, inviting listeners to explore the depths of emotion and thought.

With a rich tapestry of imagery and a haunting tone, A Wine of Wizardry stands out as a significant contribution to early 20th-century poetry. Sterling's ability to evoke the interplay between nature and the human spirit makes this collection a thought-provoking experience for poetry enthusiasts.

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A Wine of Wizardry 16:08 Lu par Carol
The Islands of the Blest 1:59 Lu par Derrick Coetzee
The Lover Waits 4:40 Lu par Derrick Coetzee
To Edgar Allan Poe 1:26 Lu par Derrick Coetzee
In Extremis 1:21 Lu par Derrick Coetzee
Romance 1:24 Lu par Derrick Coetzee
The Forest Mother 8:57 Lu par Blaze Dragon
A Violet 0:29 Lu par Freya Hansen
The Wild Iris 1:39 Lu par Shakira Searle
To An Elder Poet 0:39 Lu par Larry Wilson
The Homing of Drake 2:35 Lu par John Kellow
The Cloud 1:48 Lu par Rowsen
Oblivion 1:43 Lu par Shakira Searle
The Dust Dethroned 1:00 Lu par Jared D
The Night of Gods 0:59 Lu par Jared D
Helen Peterson 1:22 Lu par Larry Wilson
Tasso to Leonara 12:08 Lu par Carol
Of America 3:23 Lu par Larry Wilson
Beauty 1:14 Lu par Ian King
The Soul Prismatic 1:10 Lu par James Koss
Pride and Conscience 1:12 Lu par Larry Wilson
An April Morning 1:23 Lu par Shakira Searle
The Siren's Song, From "Duandon" 1:32 Lu par Rowsen
Madrigal 0:51 Lu par DomBombadil
To Ina Coolbrith 2:27 Lu par Ian King
A Mood 1:16 Lu par Ian King
A Visitor 4:01 Lu par Ian King
A Dream of Fear 3:50 Lu par Rowsen
Night In Heaven 2:34 Lu par Larry Wilson
To My Wife As May Queen 1:16 Lu par Ian King
To Ambrose Bierce 1:14 Lu par Ian King
Nora May French 1:14 Lu par Ian King
To Robt. I. Aitken, Sculpture 1:08 Lu par Freya Hansen
To Chas. Rollo Peters, Painter 1:16 Lu par Ian King
The Man I Might Have Been 2:19 Lu par Freya Hansen
The Triumph of Bohemia 38:55 Lu par LibriVox Volunteers

Critiques


(5 étoiles)

Sterling is litetary inheritor to Ambrose Bierce and guide to Clark Ashton Smith--while his output is slender and restricted to poetry, he is important for fans of Bierce and/or Smith. All three are San Francisco writers with Decadent leanings and an interest in the fantastic, from the macabre to the sublime.