Men, Women and Ghosts
Amy Lowell
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Men, Women and Ghosts is a captivating collection of long poems and short stories by the acclaimed poet Amy Lowell. In this anthology, Lowell explores the complexities of human relationships, the interplay of gender, and the ethereal presence of the past.
Set against a backdrop of early 20th-century America, Lowell's work delves into the emotional landscapes of her characters, revealing their desires, fears, and the haunting memories that shape their lives. Each piece invites listeners to reflect on the nuances of love, loss, and the spectral echoes of those who have come before.
With her distinctive voice and vivid imagery, Lowell crafts a rich tapestry that distinguishes her from her contemporaries. This collection not only showcases her mastery of language but also her ability to evoke deep emotional resonance, making it a thought-provoking listen for anyone interested in the intricacies of the human experience.
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| Preface | 6:51 | Read by Little Tee | |
| Patterns | 5:44 | Read by Little Tee | |
| Pickthorn Manor, I - X | 7:31 | Read by Leonard Wilson (1930-2024) | |
| Pickthorn Manor, XI - XX | 7:41 | Read by Leonard Wilson (1930-2024) | |
| Pickthorn Manor, XXI - XXX | 7:14 | Read by Leonard Wilson (1930-2024) | |
| Pickthorn Manor, XXXI - XL | 7:14 | Read by Leonard Wilson (1930-2024) | |
| Pickthorn Manor, XLI - L | 7:10 | Read by Leonard Wilson (1930-2024) | |
| Pickthorn Manor, LI - LXII | 8:52 | Read by Leonard Wilson (1930-2024) | |
| The Cremona Violin, part first | 14:13 | Read by Shakira Searle | |
| The Cremona Violin, part second | 14:41 | Read by Shakira Searle | |
| The Cremona Violin, part third | 5:55 | Read by Shakira Searle | |
| The Cremona Violin, part fourth | 8:22 | Read by Shakira Searle | |
| The Cremona Violin, part fifth | 15:48 | Read by Shakira Searle | |
| The Cross-Roads | 12:02 | Read by TND | |
| A Roxbury Garden | 15:53 | Read by Anusha Iyer | |
| 1777 | 8:55 | Read by Anusha Iyer | |
| The Fruit Shop | 10:00 | Read by Anusha Iyer | |
| Malmaison | 20:42 | Read by Leonard Wilson (1930-2024) | |
| The Hammers, I | 7:41 | Read by John Van Stan | |
| The Hammers, II | 7:22 | Read by John Van Stan | |
| The Hammers, III | 5:09 | Read by John Van Stan | |
| The Hammers, IV | 4:58 | Read by John Van Stan | |
| The Hammers, V | 5:49 | Read by John Van Stan | |
| Two Travellers at the Place Vendome | 3:16 | Read by Anusha Iyer | |
| The Allies | 4:02 | Read by Anusha Iyer | |
| The Bombardement | 7:42 | Read by Anusha Iyer | |
| Lead Soldiers | 9:24 | Read by Anusha Iyer | |
| The Painter on Silk | 1:14 | Read by David Lawrence | |
| A Ballad of Footmen | 3:34 | Read by Geoffrey Frazier | |
| Reaping | 6:35 | Read by nbvoices | |
| Off the Turnpike | 13:25 | Read by nbvoices | |
| The Grocery | 9:07 | Read by nbvoices | |
| Number 3 on the Docket | 11:39 | Read by nbvoices | |
| Nightmare: A Tale for an Autumn Evening | 8:35 | Read by Anusha Iyer | |
| The Paper Windmill | 9:25 | Read by Sieska | |
| The Red Lacquer Music-Stand | 12:49 | Read by Julia Niedermaier | |
| Spring Day | 9:54 | Read by Beatrix Manos | |
| The Dinner-Party | 3:25 | Read by Etel Buss | |
| Stravinsky's Three Pieces 'Grotesques', for String Quartet | 4:50 | Read by Leonard Wilson (1930-2024) | |
| Towns in Colour | 10:38 | Read by ToddHW |