Stray Pebbles From The Shores Of Thought


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Stray Pebbles From The Shores Of Thought is a reflective collection of poetry by Elizabeth Porter Gould, a notable Boston poetess of the late 19th century. This anthology invites listeners into a world where nature, love, and personal musings intertwine, offering a glimpse into the poet's contemplative spirit.

Divided into distinct sections, the collection explores themes ranging from the beauty of the natural world to the complexities of human emotion. Gould's verses resonate with a sense of intimacy, as she shares her thoughts not only on love and nature but also in playful pieces dedicated to her nieces and nephews.

With its rich imagery and heartfelt expression, this collection stands out as a testament to the poetic voice of its time, providing a unique perspective on the everyday experiences that shape our lives. Listeners will find themselves drawn into Gould's lyrical reflections, making it a thoughtful addition to any poetry lover's library.

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To Walt Whitman 1:40 Read by Ron Masa
To Summer Hours 1:11 Read by Lynne T
A True Vacation 0:58 Read by Ali Kazerani
A Question 1:47 Read by Lynne T
To a Butterfly 1:36 Read by Ron Masa
In a Hammock 1:34 Read by Shakira Searle
O rare, sweet summer day 1:23 Read by Teresa Bauman
An Old Man's Reverie 2:25 Read by TimoleonWash
On Jefferson Hill 1:07 Read by TimoleonWash
On Sugar Hill 1:00 Read by Teresa Bauman
At "Fairfield's," Wenham 2:01 Read by Claudia Salto
Blossom-time 1:21 Read by TimoleonWash
The Primrose 1:34 Read by Adam Bannach
Joy, all Joy 1:43 Read by TimoleonWash
Among the Pines 1:24 Read by Adam Bannach
Conscious or Unconscious 1:21 Read by Julia Niedermaier
Love's How and Why 1:02 Read by Lynne T
Love's Guerdon 0:50 Read by TimoleonWash
A Birthday Greeting 2:40 Read by Claudia Salto
Three Kisses 1:31 Read by Claudia Salto
If I were only sure 1:54 Read by Claudia Salto
Absence 1:04 Read by Lynne T
A Love Song 1:15 Read by TimoleonWash
In Her Garden 0:59 Read by TimoleonWash
Love's Wish 1:10 Read by TimoleonWash
Is there anything purer 1:27 Read by TimoleonWash
Longing 1:10 Read by TimoleonWash
Young Love's Message 1:27 Read by TimoleonWash
A Diary's Secret 1:38 Read by TimoleonWash
A Monologue 1:35 Read by Greg Giordano
A Priceless Gift 1:10 Read by TimoleonWash
The Ocean's Moan 2:54 Read by Greg Giordano
Love's Flower 1:28 Read by Greg Giordano
Renunciation 1:12 Read by James Koss
Love Discrowned 2:17 Read by TimoleonWash
A Widow's Heart Cry 2:18 Read by Greg Giordano
Together 2:22 Read by Greg Giordano
Shadowed Circles 1:24 Read by TimoleonWash
A Song of Success 1:45 Read by TimoleonWash
The Under World 1:01 Read by TimoleonWash
She Knows 1:33 Read by TimoleonWash
At Pittsford, Vermont 1:31 Read by TimoleonWash
Childhood's Days 1:13 Read by Bruce Kachuk
An Answer 1:12 Read by Bruce Kachuk
Where, What, Whence 1:06 Read by Teresa Bauman
Heroes 1:16 Read by Bruce Kachuk
A Magdalen's Easter Cry 2:18 Read by Bruce Kachuk
For the Anniversary of Mrs. Browning's Death 1:48 Read by Bruce Kachuk
Robert Browning 1:29 Read by Jeanie
To Neptune, in behalf of S. C. G. 1:35 Read by Little Tee
To the Pansies growing on the grave of A. S. D. 1:57 Read by Little Tee
A Broken Heart 1:25 Read by Ali Kazerani
My Release 1:14 Read by Bruce Kachuk
The god of music 1:49 Read by JemmaBlythe
To Wilhelm Gericke 1:18 Read by TimoleonWash
For E. T. F. 1.—After the birth of her son 119 2.—Upon the death of her son 3:26 Read by TimoleonWash
To C. H. F. 2:01 Read by TimoleonWash
An Anniversary Poem 1:50 Read by Shakira Searle
A Comfort 1:22 Read by Shakira Searle
An Anniversary 1:16 Read by Shakira Searle
To Miss Elizabeth P. Peabody 1:25 Read by Jeanie
At Life's Setting 2:05 Read by Jordan Heron
Grandma Waiting 5:13 Read by Teresa Bauman
Does it Pay 1:10 Read by readread
Auxilium ab Alto 1:40 Read by readread
Limitations 1:17 Read by Lynne T
The Muse of History 2:25 Read by Zeeshan Reshamwala
An Impromptu to G. H. T 1:32 Read by Zeeshan Reshamwala
To Mrs. Partington 3:08 Read by Zeeshan Reshamwala
Lines for the Seventieth Birthday Anniversary of Walt Whitman 1:53 Read by Zeeshan Reshamwala
The Known God 1:49 Read by Zeeshan Reshamwala
To Phillips Brooks 1:34 Read by Jeanie
At the "Porter Manse" 2:28 Read by Greg Giordano
Our Lady of the Manse 1:48 Read by Greg Giordano
To B. P. Shillaber 1:55 Read by Greg Giordano
To Our Mary 1:25 Read by TimoleonWash
A Birthday Remembrance 1:32 Read by Shakira Searle
Josef Hofmann 1:33 Read by Raaf
After the Denial 1:39 Read by Lynne T
Gethsemane 1:19 Read by Teresa Bauman
On Lake Memphremagog 1:30 Read by whdemick
Luke 23: 24 1:16 Read by Teresa Bauman
To Members of my Home Club 1:32 Read by Anusha Iyer
Mamma's Lullaby 1:19 Read by Etel Buss
Warren's Song 1:29 Read by Anusha Iyer
Baby Mildred 1:43 Read by Anusha Iyer
Rosamond and Mildred 1:40 Read by Anusha Iyer
'Chilla 0:55 Read by Shakira Searle
Childish Fancies 1:58 Read by Anusha Iyer
What little Bertram did 2:03 Read by Lynne T
"Dear little Mac" 3:30 Read by Anusha Iyer
Willard and Florence on Mt. Wachusett 2:26 Read by Anusha Iyer
A little Brazilian 2:11 Read by Raaf
The little doubter 3:12 Read by Greg Giordano
Our Kitty's Trick 2:01 Read by Shakira Searle
A Message 1:16 Read by Etel Buss