EP08 - Prufrock Among the Women | Eliot, “The Love Song of J.

EP08 - Prufrock Among the Women | Eliot, “The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock” (Part One)

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T. S. Eliot, “The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock” (Part One). This is the first of two episodes devoted to one of the most famous poems of the twentieth century, wherein Eliot’s enigmatic speaker invites us on an evening stroll through his memories, his fears and his inhibitions. We'd love to hear what you think about this episode or any of the others. Please send questions, comments, or otherwise to [email protected]. ------------ Theme Music: "Nobility" by Wicked Cinema Opening Passage Music: “If My Companion” by John Dowland, performed by Jon Sayles

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