Sword Blades and Poppy Seed
Amy Lowell
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Sword Blades and Poppy Seed is a striking collection of poems by Amy Lowell, first published in 1914. This volume showcases Lowell's mastery of free verse, offering a fresh and vibrant perspective on the poetic form.
Within these pages, readers will encounter a rich tapestry of themes, from the beauty of nature to the complexities of human emotion. Lowell's work is characterized by its vivid imagery and intricate language, inviting listeners to explore the depths of her imagination.
Notable pieces such as 'The Captured Goddess' and 'Music' exemplify her ability to blend the macabre with the sublime, creating a unique reading experience that resonates with both intensity and grace. This collection stands out for its innovative approach and emotional depth, making it a significant contribution to early 20th-century poetry.
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| Preface | 8:17 | Gelesen von Anusha Iyer | |
| Sword Blades and Poppy Seeds | 25:40 | Gelesen von Ken Masters | |
| Sword Blades - The Captured Goddess | 2:20 | Gelesen von Ken Masters | |
| Sword Blades - The Precinct, Rochester | 4:08 | Gelesen von Ken Masters | |
| Sword Blades - The Cyclists | 1:01 | Gelesen von Ken Masters | |
| Sword Blades - Sunshine through a Cobwebbed Window | 1:46 | Gelesen von Jairus Amar | |
| Sword Blades - A London Thoroughfare. 2 AM. | 1:49 | Gelesen von Ben Adams | |
| Sword Blades - Astigmatism | 3:26 | Gelesen von Lisa Reichert | |
| Sword Blades - The Coal Picker | 3:33 | Gelesen von Ben Adams | |
| Sword Blades - Storm-Racked | 1:23 | Gelesen von Ken Masters | |
| Sword Blades - Convalescence | 1:19 | Gelesen von Ken Masters | |
| Sword Blades - Patience | 1:52 | Gelesen von Ken Masters | |
| Sword Blades - Apology | 1:43 | Gelesen von Ken Masters | |
| Sword Blades - A Petition | 1:13 | Gelesen von Ken Masters | |
| Sword Blades - A Blockhead | 1:27 | Gelesen von Ken Masters | |
| Sword Blades - Stupidity | 1:29 | Gelesen von Ken Masters | |
| Sword Blades - Irony | 1:26 | Gelesen von Ken Masters | |
| Sword Blades - Happiness | 1:31 | Gelesen von Leonard Wilson (1930-2024) | |
| Sword Blades - The Last Quarter of the Moon | 2:48 | Gelesen von Leonard Wilson (1930-2024) | |
| Sword Blades - A Tale of Starvation | 8:00 | Gelesen von Leonard Wilson (1930-2024) | |
| Sword Blades - The Foreigner | 2:54 | Gelesen von Jairus Amar | |
| Sword Blades - Absence | 1:04 | Gelesen von Anusha Iyer | |
| Sword Blades - A Gift | 0:57 | Gelesen von Shakira Searle | |
| Sword Blades - The Bungler | 0:33 | Gelesen von Anusha Iyer | |
| Sword Blades - Fool's Money Bags | 1:00 | Gelesen von Anusha Iyer | |
| Sword Blades - Miscast I | 1:01 | Gelesen von Rosslyn Carlyle | |
| Sword Blades - Miscast II | 0:41 | Gelesen von Rosslyn Carlyle | |
| Sword Blades - Anticipation | 0:48 | Gelesen von Anusha Iyer | |
| Sword Blades - Vintage | 1:19 | Gelesen von Ben Adams | |
| Sword Blades - The Tree of Scarlet Berries | 1:06 | Gelesen von Ben Adams | |
| Sword Blades - Obligation | 0:54 | Gelesen von Ben Adams | |
| Sword Blades - The Taxi | 0:56 | Gelesen von Shakira Searle | |
| Sword Blades - The Giver of Stars | 1:08 | Gelesen von Shakira Searle | |
| Sword Blades - The Temple | 1:09 | Gelesen von Rosslyn Carlyle | |
| Sword Blades - Epitaph of a Young Poet Who Died before Having Achieved Success | 0:29 | Gelesen von Rosslyn Carlyle | |
| Sword Blades - In Answer to a Request | 1:08 | Gelesen von Rosslyn Carlyle | |
| Poppy Seed - The Great Adventure of Max Breuck, 1-11 | 5:20 | Gelesen von esheffield | |
| Poppy Seed - The Great Adventure of Max Breuck, 12-22 | 5:19 | Gelesen von esheffield | |
| Poppy Seed - The Great Adventure of Max Breuck, 23-33 | 5:34 | Gelesen von esheffield | |
| Poppy Seed - The Great Adventure of Max Breuck, 34-44 | 5:26 | Gelesen von esheffield | |
| Poppy Seed - The Great Adventure of Max Breuck, 45-55 | 5:17 | Gelesen von esheffield | |
| Poppy Seed - The Great Adventure of Max Breuck, 56-65 | 5:02 | Gelesen von esheffield | |
| Poppy Seed - Sancta Maria, Succurre Miseris | 4:31 | Gelesen von Rosslyn Carlyle | |
| Poppy Seed - After Hearing a Waltz by Bartók | 4:17 | Gelesen von Rosslyn Carlyle | |
| Poppy Seed - Clear, With Light, Variable Winds | 2:40 | Gelesen von Anusha Iyer | |
| Poppy Seed - The Basket | 7:55 | Gelesen von Rosslyn Carlyle | |
| Poppy Seed - In a Castle | 7:23 | Gelesen von Rosslyn Carlyle | |
| Poppy Seed - The Book of Hours of Sister Clotilde | 14:32 | Gelesen von Rosslyn Carlyle | |
| Poppy Seed - The Exeter Road | 3:07 | Gelesen von Rosslyn Carlyle | |
| Poppy Seed - The Shadow | 19:38 | Gelesen von Rosslyn Carlyle | |
| Poppy Seed - The Forsaken | 5:27 | Gelesen von Rosslyn Carlyle | |
| Poppy Seed - Late September | 1:22 | Gelesen von Rosslyn Carlyle | |
| Poppy Seed - The Pike | 0:58 | Gelesen von Rosslyn Carlyle | |
| Poppy Seed - The Blue Scarf | 2:30 | Gelesen von Shakira Searle | |
| Poppy Seed - White and Green | 0:42 | Gelesen von Rosslyn Carlyle | |
| Poppy Seed - Aubade | 0:32 | Gelesen von Rosslyn Carlyle | |
| Poppy Seed - Music | 1:34 | Gelesen von Shakira Searle | |
| Poppy Seed - A Lady | 1:10 | Gelesen von Shakira Searle | |
| Poppy Seed - In a Garden | 1:35 | Gelesen von Ben Adams | |
| Poppy Seed - A Tulip Garden | 1:16 | Gelesen von Rosslyn Carlyle |