Wessex Poems
Thomas Hardy
Read by Libby Gohn
Wessex Poems is a rich collection of poetry by renowned author Thomas Hardy, reflecting his deep connection to the English countryside and the human experience. This anthology showcases Hardy's unique voice, blending themes of love, loss, and the passage of time with vivid imagery drawn from the landscapes of Wessex.
Many of the poems in this collection were previously published or adapted into his prose works, offering listeners a chance to explore the lyrical side of Hardy's literary genius. The verses capture the essence of rural life and the complexities of human emotions, inviting readers to ponder the intricate relationship between nature and humanity.
With its evocative language and poignant themes, Wessex Poems stands as a testament to Hardy's mastery of the poetic form, making it a significant addition to the canon of English literature. Whether you are a longtime admirer of Hardy or new to his work, this collection provides a thoughtful exploration of the beauty and melancholy of life.
Chapters
Select a chapter to play
| Preface | 1:32 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| The Temporary The All | 1:52 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| Amabel | 1:37 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| Hap | 1:13 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| In Vision I Roamed to - | 1:21 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| At a Bridal to - | 1:17 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| Postponement | 1:10 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| A Confession to a Friend in Trouble | 1:17 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| Neutral Tones | 1:17 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| She at His Funeral | 0:50 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| Her Initials | 0:45 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| Her Dilemma (In --- Church) | 1:27 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| Revulsion | 1:16 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| She, To Him I-IV | 4:10 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| Ditty (E. L. G.) | 2:09 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| The Sargeant's Song | 1:27 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| Valenciennes | 3:12 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| San Sebastian | 4:17 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| The Stranger's Song | 1:14 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| The Burghers | 4:39 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| Leipzig | 7:15 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| The Peasant's Confession | 8:09 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| The Alarm | 6:35 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| Her Death and After | 6:48 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| The Dance at the Phoenix | 7:05 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| The Casterbridge Captains | 1:42 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| A Sign-Seeker | 3:14 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| My Cicely | 5:29 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| Her Immortality | 2:44 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| The Ivy-Wife | 1:28 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| A Meeting with Despair | 1:48 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| Unknowing | 1:32 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| Friends Beyond | 3:14 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| To Outer Nature | 1:24 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| Thoughts of Phena at News of Her Death | 1:41 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| Middle-Aged Enthusiasms | 1:31 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| In a Wood | 1:59 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| To a Lady Offended by a Book of the Writer's | 1:16 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| To an Orphan Child a Whimsey | 1:08 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| Nature's Questioning | 1:51 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| The Impercipient (At a Cathedral Service) | 1:49 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| At an Inn | 1:39 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| The Slow Nature (An Incident of Froom Valley) | 1:56 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| In a Eweleaze Near Weatherbury | 1:23 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| The Fire at Tranter Sweatley's | 6:53 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| Heiress and Architect for A. W. B. | 3:14 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| The Two Men | 4:25 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| Lines | 2:58 | Read by Libby Gohn | |
| I Look into My Glass | 0:57 | Read by Libby Gohn |
Reviews
False Grind
beautiful early volume of Hardy's poetry read with an appropriate plainness by the reader