Home Podcasts Drake
Drake

Drake

Alfred Noyes 1 Episodes Aug 23, 2026

Alfred Noyes' blank-verse epic fictionalizes the historical Francis Drake, who sailed and plundered on the Spanish Main and beyond during the reign of Elizabeth I of England. The podcast is a reading of this classic work, narrated by Cynthia Moyer.

Episodes

Black Riders and Other Lines (Version 2)-Stephen Crane
Black Riders and Other Lines (Version 2)-Stephen Crane Aug 23, 2026 2471 Alfred Noyes, in the blank-verse epic "Drake", fictionalizes the historical Francis Drake, who, during the reign of Elizabeth I of England, sailed (and plundered) on the Spanish Main and beyond. (Summary by Cynthia Moyer)
Ballad of St. Barbara and Other Verses-G. K. Chesterton
Ballad of St. Barbara and Other Verses-G. K. Chesterton Aug 22, 2026 4582 Alfred Noyes, in the blank-verse epic "Drake", fictionalizes the historical Francis Drake, who, during the reign of Elizabeth I of England, sailed (and plundered) on the Spanish Main and beyond. (Summary by Cynthia Moyer)
Narrative Poems-Alfred Austin
Narrative Poems-Alfred Austin Aug 21, 2026 12990 Alfred Noyes, in the blank-verse epic "Drake", fictionalizes the historical Francis Drake, who, during the reign of Elizabeth I of England, sailed (and plundered) on the Spanish Main and beyond. (Summary by Cynthia Moyer)
Poems by Edward Thomas-Edward Thomas
Poems by Edward Thomas-Edward Thomas Aug 20, 2026 5431 Alfred Noyes, in the blank-verse epic "Drake", fictionalizes the historical Francis Drake, who, during the reign of Elizabeth I of England, sailed (and plundered) on the Spanish Main and beyond. (Summary by Cynthia Moyer)
Boy's Will-Robert Frost
Boy's Will-Robert Frost Aug 19, 2026 3032 Alfred Noyes, in the blank-verse epic "Drake", fictionalizes the historical Francis Drake, who, during the reign of Elizabeth I of England, sailed (and plundered) on the Spanish Main and beyond. (Summary by Cynthia Moyer)
Rada; A Belgian Christmas Eve-Alfred Noyes
Rada; A Belgian Christmas Eve-Alfred Noyes Aug 18, 2026 3418 Alfred Noyes, in the blank-verse epic "Drake", fictionalizes the historical Francis Drake, who, during the reign of Elizabeth I of England, sailed (and plundered) on the Spanish Main and beyond. (Summary by Cynthia Moyer)
Castled Crag of Drachenfels-George Gordon, Lord Byron
Castled Crag of Drachenfels-George Gordon, Lord Byron Aug 17, 2026 1835 Alfred Noyes, in the blank-verse epic "Drake", fictionalizes the historical Francis Drake, who, during the reign of Elizabeth I of England, sailed (and plundered) on the Spanish Main and beyond. (Summary by Cynthia Moyer)
By the Sea, and Other Verses-Hannah Lavinia Baily
By the Sea, and Other Verses-Hannah Lavinia Baily Aug 16, 2026 7800 Alfred Noyes, in the blank-verse epic "Drake", fictionalizes the historical Francis Drake, who, during the reign of Elizabeth I of England, sailed (and plundered) on the Spanish Main and beyond. (Summary by Cynthia Moyer)
Afternoon in July-Rosanna Eleanor Leprohon
Afternoon in July-Rosanna Eleanor Leprohon Aug 15, 2026 2011 Alfred Noyes, in the blank-verse epic "Drake", fictionalizes the historical Francis Drake, who, during the reign of Elizabeth I of England, sailed (and plundered) on the Spanish Main and beyond. (Summary by Cynthia Moyer)
Don Juan, Canto 1-George Gordon, Lord Byron
Don Juan, Canto 1-George Gordon, Lord Byron Aug 3, 2026 5056 "Don Juan, Canto 1" by George Gordon, Lord Byron presents a satirical and humorous take on the legendary figure of Don Juan, who is famously portrayed not as a seducer but as someone easily seduced by women. This work challenges societal norms and explores themes of love, desire, and the complexities of human relationships, making it a timeless commentary on the nature of romance and personal iden
Drake - Alfred Noyes
Drake - Alfred Noyes Jun 17, 2026 28906 Alfred Noyes, in the blank-verse epic "Drake", fictionalizes the historical Francis Drake, who, during the reign of Elizabeth I of England, sailed (and plundered) on the Spanish Main and beyond. (Summary by Cynthia Moyer)

Recommended