The Kings and Queens of England with Other Poems


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The Kings and Queens of England is a unique collection of poetry by Mary Ann H. T. Bigelow, where historical research meets lyrical expression. Through her verses, Bigelow brings to life the stories of England's monarchs, weaving together history and art in a way that invites readers to reflect on the legacies of these rulers.

This volume not only features poems dedicated to the kings and queens but also includes a variety of other works, including acrostics that celebrate friends and family. Bigelow's ability to blend personal sentiment with historical narrative offers a distinctive perspective on the past.

With its rich themes of heritage and identity, this collection serves as both an exploration of English history and a testament to the power of poetry. Listeners will find themselves immersed in a world where the past is not just remembered but vividly reimagined through the art of verse.

Chapters

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Dedication and Preface 1:40 Read by Rachel
The Kings and Queens of England 11:12 Read by Rachel
To my Daughter Elizabeth 1:09 Read by Lily Marie
Acrostic 1:18 Read by Lily Marie
The Evening of Life 1:59 Read by Michael L
An Acrostic 1:07 Read by Lily Marie
An Acrostic 1:26 Read by Lily Marie
Written upon Receiving a New Year's Gift 0:49 Read by Michael L
Lines to the Memory of Patrick Kelley 1:48 Read by Lily Marie
My S.S. Class 2:47 Read by Lily Marie
For my Grandsons, Eddy and Ally 2:28 Read by Diana Schmidt
For my Grand-Daughters, M. and L. - an Acrostic 1:16 Read by Michael L
For my Friend Mrs. R. 4:44 Read by BettyB
For my Niece Angeline 3:04 Read by BettyB
An Acrostic 2:14 Read by Julia Niedermaier
An Acrostic 1:35 Read by Anusha Iyer
She Slumbers Still 2:17 Read by Jude
To a Friend in the City 3:58 Read by Liz Trollinger
Reply 5:03 Read by Julia Niedermaier
Rejoinder to the foregoing Reply 2:48 Read by Anusha Iyer
To my Friend Mr. J. Ellis 2:23 Read by Anusha Iyer
A Pastoral 2:51 Read by Octavia Rosko
The Jessamine 0:36 Read by BettyB
For the Sabbath School Concert 2:16 Read by Anusha Iyer
Feed my Lambs 1:51 Read by Michael L
God is Love 1:00 Read by Michael L
To my Friend Mrs. Lloyd 4:12 Read by BettyB
Escape of the Israelites 2:13 Read by Michael L
Ordination Hymn 1:24 Read by Lewis-James Mordieu
Margaret's Remembrance of Lightfoot 1:22 Read by Anusha Iyer
The Clouds return after the Rain 2:35 Read by Leonard Wilson (1930-2024)
The Nocturnal Visit 3:04 Read by Leonard Wilson (1930-2024)
Sovereignty and Free Agency 1:50 Read by Leonard Wilson (1930-2024)
Autumn and Sunset 1:39 Read by Ian King
'My times are in thy hand' 1:21 Read by Michael L
November 1:57 Read by Jael Baldwin
Winter 3:29 Read by Jael Baldwin
Life's Changes 3:29 Read by Leonard Wilson (1930-2024)
'They will not frame their doings' 1:39 Read by Leonard Wilson (1930-2024)
'Take no thought for the morrow' 1:45 Read by Leonard Wilson (1930-2024)
Reminiscences of the Departed 2:03 Read by Kalynda
'Let me die the death of the righteous' 4:04 Read by Mike Pelton
The Great Physician 4:00 Read by Mike Pelton
To my Niece, Mrs. M.A. Caldwell 2:15 Read by BettyB
The Morning Drive, for my Daughter Margaret 1:34 Read by Diana Schmidt
Reply to a Toast 0:55 Read by BettyB
To Mr. C.R. 2:37 Read by BettyB
To my Missionary Friends 2:33 Read by Mike Pelton
To My Husband 1:43 Read by Julia Niedermaier