The One-Hoss Shay
Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr.
Read by Laurie Anne Walden
This is a small collection of whimsical poems by the American physician and author Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr. "The Deacon's Masterpiece" describes the "logical" outcome of building an object (in this case, a two-wheeled carriage called a shay) that has no weak points. The economic term "one hoss shay," referring to a certain model of depreciation, derives its name from this poem. "How the Old Horse Won the Bet" is a lighthearted look at a horse race. Finally, "The Broomstick Train" is a wonderfully Halloween-y explanation of how an electric tram really works. (Summary by Laurie Anne Walden) (0 hr 24 min)
Chapters
Preface | 3:28 | Read by Laurie Anne Walden |
Deacon's Masterpiece, The, or The Wonderful One Hoss Shay | 5:39 | Read by Laurie Anne Walden |
How the Old Horse Won the Bet | 8:37 | Read by Laurie Anne Walden |
Broomstick Train, The, or The Return of the Witches | 6:45 | Read by Laurie Anne Walden |
Reviews
Enjoyed this reading very much
Vivia
Ms. Walden's voice is light and pleasant on the ear, southern accent I think y'all, and the poems are of the general interest kind that is fun rather than requiring effort to interpret.