If


Lu par LibriVox Volunteers

(4.6 étoiles; 28 critiques)

If by Rudyard Kipling is a celebrated poem that offers timeless advice on personal integrity and resilience. Written in 1914, it presents a series of conditional statements that outline the virtues of maturity and strength of character.

Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century values, Kipling's verses encourage readers to navigate life's challenges with grace and fortitude. The poem's rhythmic structure and poignant imagery resonate with themes of perseverance, humility, and self-discipline.

Voted Britain’s favorite poem in a 1995 BBC poll, If continues to inspire generations with its powerful message. This rendition by LibriVox Volunteers brings the poem to life, inviting listeners to reflect on the ideals of manhood and the essence of true success.

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Version 1 2:07 Lu par Annie Coleman Rothenberg
Version 2 2:29 Lu par Catharine Eastman
Version 3 2:39 Lu par Chip
Version 4 2:01 Lu par Fox in the Stars
Version 5 1:43 Lu par Gregory Rubin
Version 6 2:49 Lu par Kayvan Sylvan
Version 7 2:11 Lu par Kara Shallenberg (1969-2023)
Version 8 2:36 Lu par Linton
Version 9 2:00 Lu par Lydia Uribe
Version 10 1:45 Lu par Martin Clifton
Version 11 2:11 Lu par Marlo Dianne
Version 12 1:47 Lu par Norah Piehl
Version 13 2:31 Lu par Patricia Oakley
Version 14 2:54 Lu par Robert Rakauskas
Version 15 2:13 Lu par Stefan Schmelz
Version 16 2:33 Lu par Steve Andersen
Version 17 1:46 Lu par Seth Woodworth

Critiques

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(4 étoiles)

A classic poem read here by a number of differen't voices. If your looking for a single reading for your radio show or some such then you'll have a wide choice of voices and tones to pick from. The various recordings here range from simply average readings through to very good but you will find one you like. A nice bit of audio. http://FreeAudioReview.blogspot.com

thanks a lot chip


(5 étoiles)

chip red it beautifully.. :)


(5 étoiles)

I love the way it is wrote ,it's short and perfect