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At Blackwater Pond

Mary Oliver reads Mary Oliver

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At Blackwater Pond

By: Mary Oliver
Narrated by: Mary Oliver
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Mary Oliver has published twenty-one volumes of poetry and six books of prose in the span of five decades, but she rarely performs her poetry in live readings. With At Blackwater Pond, Mary Oliver gives her audience what they've longed to hear: the poet's voice reading her own work. In this audio, she has recorded forty of her favorite poems, spanning her career from Dream Work through New and Selected Poems, Volume Two.

"One of the astonishing aspects of Oliver's work is the consistency of tone over this long period. What changes is an increased focus on nature and an increased precision with language that has made her one of our very best poets."—Stephen Dobyns, New York Times Book Review Poetry Conservation United States Outdoors & Nature World Literature Environment Nature & Ecology Science

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It’s a common turn of phrase that poetry is meant to be heard. Tone, pauses, cadence, and vocal inflections all serve to further the emotional pull of modern and historical poetic masterpieces. In audio, poems can be heard and enjoyed just as the poet meant them to be. Taking into account not only the words themselves but the way they are spoken, our list provides a look at the power behind a poem, celebrating those works which have touched our souls.

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I love Mary Oliver's poetry and thought it would be wonderful to hear her read her own work. Unfortunately, I found her narration quite dry and I could not complete this book.

this poet shouldn't read own work

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Listening to this audiobook has helped me feel more at peace, and more at home with myself. The narration by Mary Oliver is a precious gift.

A Must Listen for the Weary

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What made the experience of listening to At Blackwater Pond the most enjoyable?

Great poetry read by the author. Best of all possible events.

What was one of the most memorable moments of At Blackwater Pond?

"Her grave" brought back memories of my favorite dog.

Which character – as performed by Mary Oliver – was your favorite?

No character were Involved.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

No film options come to mind

Any additional comments?

Poetry needs to be more available in audio books.

Wonderful poet

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mary oliver reading some of her beloved poems, including "wild geese." This is a treat!

I love mary oliver so much

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Mary Oliver has created the space within these poems to stretch ones self into comfort.

Outstanding

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