The Wedding of Jenny McGill

The Wedding of Jenny McGill

A Poem by David Lewis Paget

© 2013 David Lewis Paget


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Incredibly touching poem David and so eloquently read in person. I've heard and read most of the stories, happy and sad about the two divided traditions within Northern Ireland but this one is up there with the best ballads, songs and poems I can think off.

You show how love can conquer even the most extreme sectarian divide, and sadly how the bigoted refuse to allow this to happen, by taking their murderous intent even into a holy place during wedlock !

And indeed, as if the gravity of their actions were not serious enough, the pathetic scene afterwards when the bodies are separated, destined to lie apart within their own religious sanctuaries!

Gratifying that the great Redeemer, uplifts them in spiritual unison away from the anarchy below to be together for all eternity!

Astounding effort, so glad I came across this remarkable piece of poetry ! 'The pen can do so much more than the sword' !

Posted 11 Years Ago


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this is excellent, i love the voice behind the poems itself- what a great story teller you are....."the lovers died in each other's arms And love died too, that day." were my favorite lines..what a brilliant ending to the poem also


Posted 11 Years Ago


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Your poem is exquisite, and hearing and seeing you read it brings the story of these two lovers alive!! Thank you for sharing this with us!!
Though it is tragic they were not together in this life, they were united in spirit as love is the most divine, everlasting force among men!!

Posted 11 Years Ago


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Ah, now that was spectacular! I do enjoy hearing poets read their own work and you did not disappoint. Fabulous indeed - thanks for sharing, David. Love the accent :)

Posted 11 Years Ago


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The delivery was aesthetically pleasing. I really like the presentation. The story was great, both in meaning and cadence. Great job!

Posted 11 Years Ago


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Good to hear the Poet's words spoken by the writer. A wonderful story. Good to hear tales of old life and people. Thank you for the verbal poetry and the outstanding poem.
Coyote

Posted 11 Years Ago


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Sheer Genuis Sir, Genuis!!

Posted 11 Years Ago


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beautiful poem. I was speechless! Sad it had to end in death...

Posted 11 Years Ago


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Another cultural epic narrative... cheers David and I loved the slightly discordant and echoic Fur Elise at the end.

Posted 11 Years Ago


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thankyou for this, David. Almost as good as a live venue. And your storytelling is stunning.

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David Lewis Paget
David Lewis Paget

Moonta, South Australia, Australia



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