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Episode 11: Matthew Hollis on "The Seafarer"

The World in Time / Lapham’s Quarterly

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This chapter explores the themes of exile and yearning in the 10th century poem, The Seafarer. Through readings and insights from recent translations, it highlights the emotional struggles of the seafarer as he grapples with the harshness of life at sea and his desire for connection and safety on land.

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