Realms of Gold
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Narrated by:
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Samuel West
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Matthew Marsh
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By:
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John Keats
About this listen
John Keats' letters paint an unforgettably vivid and moving picture of the richly productive but also tragic final years of the poet's life. As he ponders on the nature of the writer's craft, he must first confront his brother's death from tuberculosis and then the imminent prospect of his own, tormented by the fear that he will not live to consummate his relationship with Fanny Brawne.
This general selection also includes many of his finest poems, versions of which often appeared for the first time within the letters themselves. Among them are: "Ode to Melancholy”, "Ode of a Grecian Urn", "Old Meg", "Ode to a Nightingale", "La Belle Dame sans Merci", and "To Autumn".
PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your My Library section along with the audio.
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Editor reviews
John Keats's (1795 - 1821) awareness of his imminent death lends a tragic intensity to this selection of letters and poems. This is enhanced by the fine performance of Samuel West, whose rich, young voice embodies the passion and precision so characteristic of the poet's brilliant and questing mind. The occasional commentary by Matthew Marsh is in deep, slow contrast to West's narrations. Like other Naxos recordings, the piano interludes - in this case, a selection of Mendelssohn's piano works and his "Songs Without Words" - allow the listener reflective moments to digest the material. The whole is thoughtful and conducive to fully appreciating Keats's lyricism.
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- Marc Damian Lawler
- 02-03-16
Poetry Gold
The combination of John Keats' words and Samuel West's voice is an absolute delight. Without doubt, one of the best audio books ever. Realms of gold, indeed.
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- Ruth Timmins
- 21-02-21
Wonderful....
I listened to this while walking and was captivated; so much so, I walked almost to its end. Transporting (literally in my case) and thoroughly heart breaking; Keats' letters and poems ascend until perched in your soul. Marvellous narration,
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- Kindle Aficionado
- 12-07-21
Sublime
Who could doubt the serenity,sheer beauty of Keats' poetry. Read so elegantly and eloquently here. These represent the consummation of sublimely read verses. Let it waft all over you and drown your senses within.
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