Interesting to compare Burton's rendition to that of Thomas. Both men loved poetry and the English language. Each was superbly sensitive to rhythm and the sound of words.
Having said so, Burton's version is the more dramatic. But the poet's reading of his great poem strikes me as more poignant.
Perhaps it comes down to these two superb voices. There was silk in Burton's, yet his instrument was primarily brass. Thomas commanded a sound just as rich, but warmer:) -
Interesting to compare Burton's rendition to that of Thomas. Both men loved poetry and the English language. Each was superbly sensitive to rhythm and the sound of words.
Having said so, Burton's version is the more dramatic. But the poet's reading of his great poem strikes me as more poignant.
Perhaps it comes down to these two superb voices. There was silk in Burton's, yet his instrument was primarily brass. Thomas commanded a sound just as rich, but warmer:) -
stevevandien 1 week ago
Great...but I can not find readings of SHELLY by Right Richard Burton..hour to se out soon
Gupteswore 3 weeks ago
Wonderful. Thanks.
Bhrung 1 month ago
He sounds so bored.
LazlosPlane 2 months ago
Superb, thank you!
Doctorgoatboy 11 months ago
Thank you for uploading these. I've been enjoying my subscription for weeks now. The poems are great.
HerAeolianHarp 1 year ago
@HerAeolianHarp
Tou're very welcome.
And ... there is more to come!
metrisch 1 year ago