Madison Cawein

Madison Cawein, born in 1865 in Louisville, Kentucky, was a prominent American poet known for his vivid nature imagery and lyrical style. Often referred to as the "Keats of Kentucky," Cawein's work beautifully reflects the landscapes and flora of his home state, drawing inspiration from the natural world around him. He published numerous volumes of poetry throughout his career, gaining recognition for his ability to weave emotion with the beauty of the environment, which resonated with readers of his time and continues to do so today.

As you delve into Cawein's poetry, you'll discover a world rich with sensory detail and heartfelt expression. His writing elegantly captures the essence of the American South, making it a delightful experience for those who appreciate nature and lyrical verse. We invite you to explore Madison Cawein's works in our app and immerse yourself in the serenity and beauty of his poetic vision.

September

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LibriVox volunteers bring you ten readings of September by Madison Cawein. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of September 21st…

Don Quixote

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Madison Julius Cawein was born in Louisville, Kentucky. After graduating from high school, Cawein worked in a pool hall in Louisville as a c…

Time and Death and Love

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Madison Cawein was a poet from Louisville, Kentucky. His output was thirty-six books and 1,500 poems. His writing earned the nickname the &q…

Old Man Rain

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Madison Julius Cawein was born in Louisville, the fifth child of William and Christiana (Stelsly) Cawein. His father made patent medicines f…

Mid-Winter

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LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 recordings of Mid-Winter by Madison Cawein.This was the Weekly Poetry project for January 22. 2023. ------T…

On Re-Reading Certain German Poets

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LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of On Re-Reading Certain German Poets by Madison Julius Cawein.This was the Weekly Poetry projec…

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