Poetry is often associated with romance, and rightfully so, as some of the most beautiful verses in literature have spawned from the heart in love. But poetry has also been born of love gone awry.
Discover the comically-lurid story behind one of England's most-recognized poems along with the mournful and little-known poetic verses written by an imprisoned queen awaiting her execution. Love is strong, but it doesn't always conquer.
FEATURED POETRY:
"My Darling Wife" — Nathan Roberts
"O, Death, Rock Me Asleep" — Anne Boleyn
"Greensleeves" — Unknown
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FEATURED MUSIC:
Music: "What a Friend" by Allen Mowery (www.allenmowery.com)
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Music: "Medieval Chateau" by Alexander Nakarada (www.serpentsoundstudios.com)
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Music: "Bonfire" by Alexander Nakarada (www.serpentsoundstudios.com)
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Music: "Village Ambiance" by Alexander Nakarada (www.serpentsoundstudios.com)
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Music: "Planning" by Alexander Nakarada (www.serpentsoundstudios.com)
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Music: "War Shout" by Alexander Nakarada (www.serpentsoundstudios.com)
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