Dive into the timeless elegance of William Shakespeare's poetic genius with "Most Famous Sonnets," a captivating spoken word album released on August 20, 2020, under Storytime Records. This 30-minute collection brings together some of the most celebrated sonnets penned by the Bard himself, offering a unique auditory experience that transcends the boundaries of traditional literature.
Originally composed between 1585 and 1592, these sonnets were first published in 1609 by Thomas Thorpe. "Most Famous Sonnets" features a selection of 30 of Shakespeare's most beloved and enduring works, each sonnet meticulously recited to preserve the original beauty and depth of the language. From the iconic "Shall I compare thee to a summer's day?" (Sonnet 18) to the poignant "When I do count the clock that tells the time" (Sonnet 12), this album is a treasure trove of poetic mastery.
The sonnets included in this album span a range of themes, from love and beauty to the passage of time and the complexities of human relationships. Each sonnet is a testament to Shakespeare's unparalleled ability to capture the essence of human experience in just fourteen lines. Whether you are a seasoned Shakespeare enthusiast or a newcomer to his works, this album offers a rich and immersive journey into the heart of his poetic genius.
"Most Famous Sonnets" is not just a collection of spoken word performances; it is a celebration of language, a tribute to one of the greatest writers in the English language, and a timeless piece of art that continues to resonate with audiences today.
Tracks
Sonnet 116 - Let me not to the marriage of true mindsWilliam Shakespeare
Sonnet 130 - My mistress’ eyes are nothing like the sunWilliam Shakespeare
Sonnet 19 - Devouring Time, blunt thou the lion’s pawsWilliam Shakespeare
Sonnet 1 - From fairest creatures we desire increaseWilliam Shakespeare
Sonnet 29 - When, in disgrace with fortune and men’s eyesWilliam Shakespeare
Sonnet 4 - Unthrifty loveliness, why dost thou spendWilliam Shakespeare
Sonnet 5 - Venus and Adonis - DE-TL6-20-01047William Shakespeare
Sonnet 20 - A woman’s face with Nature’s own hand paintedWilliam Shakespeare
Sonnet 25 - Let those who are in favour with their starsWilliam Shakespeare
Sonnet 27 - Weary with toil, I haste me to my bedWilliam Shakespeare
Sonnet 30 - When to the sessions of sweet silent thoughtWilliam Shakespeare
Sonnet 33 - Full Many a Glorious Morning I Have SeenWilliam Shakespeare
Sonne 44 - If the dull substance of my flesh were thoughtWilliam Shakespeare
Sonnet 50 - How heavy do I journey on the way”William Shakespeare
Sonnet 98 - From you have I been absent in the springWilliam Shakespeare
Sonnet 53 - What is your substance, whereof are youWilliam Shakespeare
Sonnet 67 - Ah, wherefore with infection should he liveWilliam Shakespeare
Sonnet 66 - Tired with all these, for restful death I cryWilliam Shakespeare
Sonne 57 - Being your slave, what should I do but tendWilliam Shakespeare
Sonnet 78 - So oft have I invoked thee for my museWilliam Shakespeare
Sonnet 129 - The expense of spirit in a waste of shameWilliam Shakespeare
Sonnet 88 - When thou shalt be disposed to set me lightWilliam Shakespeare
Sonnet 76 - Why is my verse so barren of new prideWilliam Shakespeare
Sonnet 138 - When my love swears that she is made of truthWilliam Shakespeare
Sonnet 106 - When in the chronicle of wasted timeWilliam Shakespeare
Sonnet 61 - Is it thy will thy image should keep openWilliam Shakespeare
Sonnet 73 - That time of year thou mayst in me beholdWilliam Shakespeare
Sonnet 104 - To me, fair friend, you never can be oldWilliam Shakespeare
Sonnet 18 - Shall I compare thee to a summer's day?William Shakespeare
Sonnet 90 - Then hate me when thou wilt, if ever, nowWilliam Shakespeare
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