Moon River
Excerpts from the Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam
by Omar Khayyam
“Moon River” is presented here with excerpts from The Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám, the celebrated collection of verse associated with the Persian poet Omar Khayyam. The pairing brings a familiar song title together with poetry that reflects on time, mortality, pleasure, and the fleeting nature of life.
The listening experience centers on the selected verses themselves. Their meditative reflections and vivid imagery invite a quiet, attentive mood, with the poetry offering a contemplative counterpoint to the title’s gentle, lyrical feel.
This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.
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