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  The Long Shadow of a Dream

  Roberta Mezzabarba

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  The night that Greta thought of the opportunity to turn her life around, a strong and icy wind from the north was lashing the sea, she could still remember it. she made her mind up: she was going to run away. 
  Thus begins ”The long shadow of a dream”, lives intertwining, pride, recurring stories, emotions and passions… destinies. 
  Greta is a girl who decides to take her life in her hands but then realizes that she has never really broken away from her native land; she understands that a wound to be truly healed must be painfully cleaned up to get to the heart of the problem. 
  You need to go to hell and back in order to see the sky again. 
  Of course, nothing will ever be the same again, but this is the way to go if you want to live and not exist. 
  These are the strengths of this novel, it is well-structured, and easy to read. 
  A romantic novel which is not too romantic. It conceals countless ideas which are open to a number of interpretations, but which is above all the analysis of a man seen as a human being, at the mercy of an unpredictable life.

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  Lady of the Beasts - Poems

  Robin Morgan

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  Robin Morgan’s second collection of poems is a rich tapestry of female experience, both literal and mythic Daughter, wife, mother, lover, artist, and even priestess are all here in shorter lyrics that cluster around four subjects: blood ties, activism and art, love between women, and archetypes. But Morgan surpasses the political grief and rage she delineated in Monster, her acclaimed first book of poems—especially in the four major metaphysical poems here: “The City of God,” balancing grace and despair; “Easter Island,” on the ironies of transcendence in embattled love; “The Network of the Imaginary Mother,” which became a virtual anthem of the women’s movement; and “Voices from Six Tapestries,” inspired by the famous Lady and theUnicorn weavings that hang in the Musée de Cluny in Paris.   Themes of familial love and hurt, mortality, survival, and transformation inform the poems collected here as the author weaves a wise and powerful self into being. Lady of the Beasts is Robin Morgan at her most lyrical yet.

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  Poetry Hour The - Volume 15

  John Dryden, William Morris,...

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  Poetry is often cited as our greatest use of words.  The English language has well over a million of them and poets down the ages seem, at times, to make use of every single one.  But often they use them in simple ways to describe anything and everything from landscapes to all aspects of the human condition.  Poems can evoke within us an individual response that takes us by surprise; that opens our ears and eyes to very personal feelings. 
   
  Forget the idea of classic poetry being somehow dull and boring and best kept to children’s textbooks. It still has life, vibrancy and relevance to our lives today.  
   
  Where to start? How to do that? Poetry can be difficult. We’ve put together some very eclectic Poetry Hours, with a broad range of poets and themes, to entice you and seduce you with all manner of temptations.   
   
  In this hour we introduce poets of the quality and breadth of John Dryden and William Morris as well as themes on Victorian Poetry, August, The Female Poet and more. 
   
  All of them are from Portable Poetry, a dedicated poetry publisher. We believe that poetry should be a part of our everyday lives, uplifting the soul & reaching the parts that other arts can’t.  Our range of audiobooks and ebooks cover volumes on some of our greatest poets to anthologies of seasons, months, places and a wide range of themes.  Portable Poetry can found at iTunes, Audible, the digital music section on Amazon and most other digital stores.  
   
  This audio book is also duplicated in print as an ebook. Same title. Same words. Perhaps a different experience. But with Amazon’s whispersync you can pick up and put down on any device – start on audio, continue in print and any which way after that.   
   
  Portable poetry – Let us join you for the journey. 
   
   
  The Poetry Hour – Volume 15 
  John Dryden. An Introduction 
  Farewell Ungrateful Traitor by John Dryden 
  Dreams by John Dryden 
  Alexanders Feast or The Power of Music by John Dryden 
  August 
  August 1914 by Isaac Rosenberg 
  At Sundown by Daniel Sheehan 
  A Summer Evening Churchyard, Lechlade, Gloucestershire by Percy Bysshe Shelley 
  Moonlight Summer Moonlight by Emily Jane Bronte 
  August by Algernon Charles Swinburne 
  August Moonrise by Sara Teasdale 
  The Female Poet. An Introduction. Volume 3 
  Good Night by Mary Gilmore 
  Expecting the Lord by Anne Griffiths  
  My Mother’s Kiss by Frances E W Harper 
  Battle Hymn of the Republic by Julia Ward Howe 
  You Kissed Me by Josephine Slocum Hunt 
  The Power of Words by Letitia Elizabeth Landon 
  Love, The Soul of Poetry by Anne Killigrew 
  The New Colossus by Emma Lazarus 
  Sonnet by Amy Levy 
  Animal Poems – An Introduction 
  The Fly by William Blake 
  The City Mouse and the County Mouse by Christina Rossetti 
  The Owl & the Pussy Cat by Edward Lear 
  A Lobster Quadrille by Lewis Carroll 
  From Baby Tortoise by DH Lawrence 
  William Morris - An Introduction 
  The Earthly Paradise – Apology by William Morris 
  Our Hands Have Met by William Morris 
  The Voice of Toil by William Morris 
  A Garden By the Sea by William Morris 
  The Message of the March Wind by William Morris 
  Victorian Poetry - An Introduction 
  A Broken Appointment by Thomas Hardy  
  My Prayers Must met A Brazen Heaven by Gerard Manley Hopkins  
  When Summer’s End is Nighing by AE Housman  
  The Mother’s Son by Rudyard Kipling  
  The Owl and the Pussycat by Edward Lear  
  Sonnet XXIX by George Meredith  
  Between the Dusk of a Summer Night by William Ernest Henley

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  Othello | Simple Shakespeare...

  Jeanette Vigon

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  In a world where Shakespeare's intricate tales are often perceived as inaccessible, Jeanette Vigon offers a refreshing gateway into the classic story of "Othello" with her rendition in the Simple Shakespeare series. This modern retelling not only breathes new life into the tragic story of love, jealousy, and betrayal but also makes it effortlessly comprehensible for today's readers. Vigon’s adaptation retains the essence and emotional depth of the original, while presenting it in a language that speaks directly to the contemporary audience. 
  Perfect for both new enthusiasts and seasoned Shakespeare lovers seeking a different perspective, this version of "Othello" unfolds the complex dynamics between the characters in a setting that resonates with the modern-day context. Through her adept storytelling, Vigon navigates the themes of trust, deception, and the tragic consequences of misinterpretations, making the tale as relevant today as it was in Shakespeare’s time. 
  This book is an essential addition to the collection of anyone looking to dive into the rich narrative of one of Shakespeare’s most compelling tragedies, without the barriers of archaic language. Whether you're a student grappling with Shakespeare for the first time or a teacher looking for accessible literature for your class, Jeanette Vigon’s "Othello" promises a compelling and thought-provoking read that bridges the gap between past and present. 
  Experience "Othello" anew in this captivating retelling, where ancient Venice's cobblestone streets meet the relatable dialogue of today. Discover the timeless story of Othello, Desdemona, and Iago, brought vividly to life through Vigon’s masterful storytelling. Immerse yourself in a tale where each sentence is a step closer to unravelling the fate of characters who’ve never felt more real.

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  The White Eyelash - Poems

  Susan Kinsolving

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  A poetry collection of “peculiar grace” from the National Book Critics Circle Award finalist author of Dailies & Rushes (Brian Phillips, Poetry Magazine).   Susan Kinsolving’s first poetry collection, Dailies & Rushes, was hailed as a “brilliant debut” by the New York Times, and “grand and almost terrifying” by the New Yorker. In her new work, The White Eyelash, she turns the extremes of her recent experiences—especially those with her ageing, mentally ill mother—into poems of harsh factuality. This dark narrative sequence is highly contrasted by the humor presented in a section called “Light Fare & Oddballs.” Once again, Kinsolving exhibits a daunting range with signature style and substance.  “[The White Eyelash] finds the poet remembering her trouble mother, concentrating on visual detail or pursuing light-verse forms and verbal games with a demotically highbrow, casual grace. . . . Often organized around colors . . . these poems show a love for beauty and a casual line reminiscent of Eamon Grennan’s.” —Publishers Weekly

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  Forever House (NHB Modern Plays)

  Glen Waldron

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  A darkly comic drama from an exciting new playwright.
  In three linked scenes, all set in the same terraced house, three ill-matched pairs search for a new beginning - but the past won't let any of them go without a struggle.
  Teenager Richard is plotting his escape to art college, just as lecturer Graham is settling in. Mum-to-be Laura has big plans for her forever home - if only Becci will sell it to her. And in the middle of the night, marine expert Mark has an unexpected visitor, a young woman with more than paddleworm samples on her mind...
  A story of buried secrets and new beginnings, Forever House is the debut play of West Country-born writer Glenn Waldron. It's a pitch-black comedy drama that asks the question: can you ever really start again?
  'Waldron has an exceptional ear for dialogue... every character rings with credibility' - Exeunt Magazine
  'a well-observed piece' - Whatsonstage.com

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