Bright Star, Green Light

Two Lives, One Poetic Heartache

Written byJonathan Bate

Narrated byPaul Hilliar

Length11h11m

Release dateFebruary 4, 2021

GenreBiographies & Memoirs, Art & Literature, Authors

Languageenglish

★★★★★ 5.0 (133 ratings)

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Author	Jonathan Bate
Narrator	Paul Hilliar
Runtime	11h11m
Published	February 4, 2021
Rating	★★★★★ 5.0 / 5 (133 ratings)
Categories	Biographies & Memoirs, Art & Literature, Authors, Historical, Literature & Fiction, Literary History & Criticism, World Literature, European
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

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About This Audiobook

Dive into the tragic yet mesmerizing lives of John Keats and F. Scott Fitzgerald in Jonathan Bate’s 'Bright Star, Green Light.' This audiobook isn’t just a biography; it’s a poetic journey through two brilliant but flawed souls, captured by Paul Hilliar’s emotionally resonant narration. Each chapter weaves together literary genius and personal turmoil, offering listeners an intimate exploration of artistic passion and the toll it can take on human existence.

Tags: poetic biographyliterary tragedyartistic passionnarrative poetryhistorical fiction

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Editor's Review ★★★★★

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Paul Hilliar's voice is nothing short of captivating in 'Bright Star, Green Light.' His nuanced performance brings to life the complex interplay between Keats and Fitzgerald, making their stories feel as immediate as they were centuries ago. The pacing is deliberate yet engaging, allowing ample time for the emotional weight of each tale to resonate. While Hilliar’s delivery is stellar, one might wish for slightly more emphasis on the broader historical context that influenced these poets' works. Nonetheless, this audiobook remains a profound and deeply moving experience, perfect for anyone seeking to understand the heights—and depths—of literary creativity.

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