Today's post is a little different; a dry run for a podcast I'm hoping to start soon focussing on classic works of literature. What follows is a recitation (by me) of Edgar Allan Poe's The Raven, easily the best known work of horror poetry, and for good reason.
Testament to its popularity and power; there are few pieces of poetry that have even been (more or less) faithfully portrayed in an episode of The Simpsons.
It's a work that is best appreciated when read aloud or, failing that, listened to. When spoken, the rhythms, rhymes and sense of place truly come to life.
I'm not claiming I can do this masterpiece justice, but the recording below is an attempt.
The Raven by tsvallender
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