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In early 1916, as the shadows of the ill-fated Gallipoli campaign of World War I lingered, renowned English novelist and poet John Masefield—later honored as Englands Poet Laureate—crafted a poignant account of this pivotal moment in history. Masefield delves into the strategic motivations behind the campaign, the immense logistical hurdles faced, and the staggering challenges that lay ahead. Through his evocative narrative, he captures the fierce combat and unyielding determination of British troops, including many brave Australians and New Zealanders, as they valiantly fought to seize ...

John Masefield (1878–1967) was one of the most prolific, popular and successful poets of the twentieth century. Masefield broke upon Edwardian literature with the startling work entitled "The Everlasting Mercy," which described the spiritual enlightenment of a drunken poacher. Over the span of his lifetime, he was appointed Poet Laureate and amassed a large number of admirers, which included such high-profile names as John Betjeman, Robert Graves and W.B. Yeats.

A man reflects on one of his greatest passions. Like all of us, he has things he loves. But for him, one of his greatest loves is...the sea!

Immerse yourself in the timeless exploration of beauty and mortality through the lyrical art of sonnets and poetry, as suggested by the evocative title. This podcast invites listeners to navigate the delicate interplay between life and death, capturing the profound emotions that arise from our existence. With every episode featuring a new complete audiobook, you will encounter a rotating collection that delves into the depths of human experience, reflecting on the mysteries that lie just beyond our understanding. Each poem serves as a unique exploration, offering fresh perspectives and ...

LibriVox volunteers bring you 24 different recordings of Sea Fever by John Masefield. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of September 16th, 2007.This show includes AI-generated content.

Dive into the enchanting world of maritime and metaphysical poetry with John Masefield, the esteemed English poet and former Poet Laureate of the United Kingdom. In this collection, beautifully narrated by Liam Neely, youll discover the lyrical depth and evocative imagery that define Masefields timeless works.This show includes AI-generated content.

Jim Davis by John Masefield is a classic adventure novel about childhood, danger, loyalty, and the lure of the sea, set against the rugged English coast in the early nineteenth century.The story is narrated by Jim Davis, who looks back on his youth beginning in the year 1800. After losing his parents, Jim goes to live with relatives and gradually discovers a world far more dangerous and exciting than the ordinary life he has known. His imagination is filled with sailors, smugglers, hidden treasure, and distant voyages, but real adventure soon proves much harsher than anything he imagined.Jim ...

‘Two of the greatest children’s books ever written’ – The Times on The Box of Delights and The Midnight Folk. A magical old man has asked Kay to protect the Box of Delights, a Box with which he can travel through time. But Kay is in danger: Abner Brown will stop at nothing to get his...

‘Two of the greatest children’s books ever written’ – The Times on The Box of Delights and The Midnight Folk. ‘You ought to know about the treasure, Kay … for until it is restored or traced, no man of our name ought to rest.’ Determined to recover the long-lost family treasure, Kay...