The Works of John MasefieldJim DavisJohn M. Synge A Few PersonalKing ColeMartin HydeOn the Spanish MainRight RoyalThe Old Front LineWilliam Shakespeare

The Best Works of John MasefieldJim DavisJohn M. Synge A Few PersonalKing ColeMartin HydeOn the Spanish MainRight RoyalThe Old Front LineWilliam Shakespeare

John Edward Masefield, OM (1 June 1878 – 12 May 1967) was an English poet and writer, and Poet Laureate of the United Kingdom from 1930 until his death in 1967. He is remembered as the author of the classic children's novels The Midnight Folk and The Box of Delights, and poems, including "The Everlasting Mercy" and "Sea-Fever".   In this ebook: The Widow in the Bye Street The Everlasting Mercy The Daffodil Fields The ...

'Sea-Fever' remains one of the most popular poems of the last century, and John Masefield one of the most popular poets, a superb spinner of yarns and ballads of tall ships, exotic seas, of the deep-rooted life of rural England, and of the great narratives of Troy and Arthurian legend. This book includes his most popular poems and a few previously uncollected rarities. All share Masefield's love of particular lives: he draws the reader into his stories with an incomparable music of languag...

I have been asked to write why I wrote this poem of "Reynard the Fox." As a man grows older, life becomes more interesting but less easy to know; for, late in life, even the strongest yields to the habit of his compartment. When he cannot range through all society, from the court to the gutter, a man must go where all society meets, as at the Pilgrimage, the Festival or the Game. Here in England the Game is both a festival and an occasion of pilgrimage. A man wanting to set down a picture ...

A children’s time travel adventure of a boy, a wizard, a witch, and a magic box—a beloved Christmas novel in England for generations and adapted into a classic BBC holiday seriesA “plum pudding of strange adventures, English legend, and spiritual feeling”–The Washington Post"A wintry fantasy classic." —Michael Dirda, List of 66 Favorite BooksThe English countryside, 1930s: Strange ...

A sensitive literary portrait of the Irish playwright, examining his artistry, cultural roots, and dramatic legacy.

“I’m Satan, newly come from hell…”On the first page of John Masefield’s The Everlasting Mercy, the poet rhymed ‘whored’ with ‘Lord’.The work caused a literary sensation.This was a strange beginning for a future poet laureate of Great Britain.Masefield’s escape from the shadow of his poetic mentors came in 1911.The Everlasting Mercy, his colloquial first-person narrative of a rural hell-raiser, Saul Kane, and his religious conversion, hit a n...

"Gallipoli" by John Masefield is a poignant exploration of the Gallipoli Campaign during World War I, capturing the harrowing experiences of soldiers and the profound impact of war on humanity. Masefield's vivid imagery and lyrical prose bring to life the landscapes of Gallipoli, as well as the bravery and suffering of those who fought there. The narrative delves into themes of sacrifice, camaraderie, and the tragic consequences of conflict, making it a significant literary work that refle...

'Sea-Fever' remains one of the most popular poems of the last century, and John Masefield one of the most popular poets, a superb spinner of yarns and ballads of tall ships, exotic seas, of the deep-rooted life of rural England, and of the great narratives of Troy and Arthurian legend. This book includes his most popular poems and a few previously uncollected rarities. All share Masefield's love of particular lives: he draws the reader into his stories with an incomparable music of languag...

John Masefield presents an intimate and engaging portrait in John M. Synge: A Few Personal Recollections, with Biographical Notes, offering listeners a unique glimpse into the life, character, and creative genius of the renowned Irish playwright and poet, J. M. Synge. This audiobook blends personal reminiscences with biographical insight, giving a vivid sense of Synge’s personality and artistic vision.Masefield’s narrative recounts his personal enc...

"The Old Front Line" by John Masefield is a poignant exploration of the impact of war on the human spirit. Through vivid imagery and evocative language, Masefield captures the haunting memories of soldiers who have experienced the horrors of battle. The narrative delves into themes of loss, sacrifice, and the enduring scars left by conflict. Masefield's ability to convey deep emotions allows readers to connect with the characters' struggles, making the work a powerful reflection on the nat...