John Clare
John Clare, born in 1793 in the English countryside, is often celebrated as one of the most important poets of the Romantic era. Growing up in a humble farming family, Clare developed a profound love for nature, which became the cornerstone of his poetry. His keen observations of rural life and the changing seasons are beautifully captured in works that reflect both the beauty and harshness of the world around him. Despite facing struggles with mental health and the challenges of poverty, Clare's voice remains a poignant reflection of the human experience, rooted deeply in the landscapes of his youth.
As you delve into Clare's poetry, you'll discover a rich tapestry of vivid imagery and heartfelt emotion that resonates with anyone who has ever felt a connection to the natural world. His work invites readers to slow down and appreciate the simple yet profound moments of life. We encourage you to explore Clare's timeless writings in our app, where his lyrical genius continues to inspire and connect with new generations of readers.
Selected Poems of John Clare, Volume 1
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John Clare
John Clare (1793 - 1864) was a farm labourer in the village of Helpstone, Northamptonshire, who became arguably England’s greatest nature po…
Selected Poems of John Clare, Volume 2
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John Clare
John Clare (1793 - 1864) was a farm labourer in the village of Helpstone, Northamptonshire, who became arguably England's greatest nature po…
Poems
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John Clare
John Clare was a working-class English poet, best known for his poetic descriptions of the English Countryside. He is also one of the few po…
November
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John Clare
LibriVox volunteers bring you 20 recordings of November by John Clare. This was the Weekly Poetry project for November 18, 2012John Clare wa…
Autumn
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John Clare
LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of Autumn by John Clare . This was the Weekly Poetry project for October 17th, 2010.
Schoolboys in Winter
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John Clare
LibriVox volunteers bring you 7 readings of Schoolboys in Winter, by John Clare. This was the weekly poem for the week of January 4, 2015. -…
Summer Morning
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John Clare
LibriVox volunteers bring you 8 recordings of Summer Morning by John Clare. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for August 9th, 2009.
The Old Year
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John Clare
John Clare was an English poet, the son of a farm labourer, who came to be known for his celebratory representations of the English country…
Summer Evening
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John Clare
LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of Summer Evening by John Clare. This was the weekly poetry project for July 26th, 2009.
Insects
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John Clare
John Clare was an English poet, the son of a farm labourer, who came to be known for his celebratory representations of the English countrys…
The Flood
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John Clare
John Clare was an English poet, the son of a farm labourer, who came to be known for his celebratory representations of the English countrys…
Where She Told Her Love
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John Clare
LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of Where She Told Her Love by John Clare.This was the Weekly Poetry project for January 31, 2021…
To The Clouds
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John Clare
LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of To The Clouds by John Clare.This was the Weekly Poetry project for February 11, 2024. ----…
Impromptu
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LibriVox volunteers bring you 20 recordings of Impromptu by John Clare.This was the Weekly Poetry project for September 17, 2023. ------John…
Letter In Verse
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John Clare
LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of Letter In Verse by John Clare.This was the Weekly Poetry project for August 10, 2025. -----…
Nightwind
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LibriVox volunteers bring you 18 recordings of Nightwind by John Clare.This was the Weekly Poetry project for June 4, 2023. ------Clare h…
To The Rural Muse and Other Poems
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John Clare
The English poet John Clare was the son of a farm labourer and was often referred to as "the Northamptonshire Peasant Poet". His w…
To An April Daisy
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John Clare
LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of To An April Daisy by John Clare.This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for April 13, 2025. …