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"Ozymandias" is a sonnet written by the English Romantic poet Percy Bysshe Shelley. It was first published in 1818 and is considered one of Shelley's most famous and enduring poems. The poem tells the story of a traveler who encounters a ruined statue in the desert and reflects on the transient nature of human power and glory. If you enjoyed this, please "like" the video and subscribe to The Cultured Bumpkin for more literature content. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF3tia9JM2y496McAKIBR7A...

One of the great freedom of all time, which paved the way for the U.S. Constitution, the Bill of Rights, the Juneteenth Proclamation, and many more. To join me as I read LIVE in the evenings on Youtube (and hear lots of other full length classic poems, short stories, and audiobooks): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF3tia9JM2y496McAKIBR7A Check out www.jakephillips.us for voiceover, coaching, or speaking inquiries.

On the anniversary of the Battle of the Little Bighorn, author and Vietnam veteran Ernie LaPointe (the great grandson of Sitting Bull), and he joins me on The Cultured Bumpkin to discuss his book "Sitting Bull: His Life and Legacy". In this portion of the interview he covers an overview of the battle, as well as some points that have been incorrectly romanticized. More to follow! The book is available at this affiliate link or at the Little Bighorn Battlefield Gift Shop: https://amzn.to/3VCp8...

Ms Jackson is normally known for much darker stuff, but this one is a real knee slapper! If you enjoyed this, please “like” the video and subscribe to The Cultured Bumpkin for more literature content. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF3tia9JM2y496McAKIBR7A To support The Cultured Bumpkin and hear audiobooks, short stories, poems, sleep podcast episodes, and audio dramas AD-FREE, join my Patreon (just $3 bucks a month): https://www.patreon.com/TheCulturedBumpkin To subscribe to my sleep pod...

The poem on the pedestal of the Statue of Liberty in New York City Harbor. For longer readings from the classics, as well as LIVE recordings, check out The Cultured Bumpkin on Youtube : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF3tia9JM2y496McAKIBR7A

Even if you're getting old, your best days can be ahead of you! An encouraging classic by Alfred, Lord Tennyson. If you enjoyed this, please “like” the video and subscribe to The Cultured Bumpkin for more literature content. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF3tia9JM2y496McAKIBR7A To support The Cultured Bumpkin and hear audiobooks, short stories, poems, sleep podcast episodes, and audio dramas AD-FREE, join my Patreon (just $3 bucks a month): https://www.patreon.com/TheCulturedBumpkin

A classic tale of man vs nature by Jack London. If you enjoyed this, please “like” the video and subscribe to The Cultured Bumpkin for more literature content. ......https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF3tia9JM2y496McAKIBR7A ......To support The Cultured Bumpkin and hear audiobooks, short stories, poems, sleep podcast episodes, and audio dramas AD-FREE, join my Patreon (just $3 bucks a month): ......https://www.patreon.com/TheCulturedBumpkin....... Affiliate link to some Jack London writing:.......

A lovely poem by one of America's greatest 20th century poets. Ode to a Mockingbird on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7KXwQrt0682hvlINNyfl1z?si=fb35eae6bf2c4504 Ode to a Mockingbird on Youtube - https://youtu.be/5LBrEEfNfoI For voiceovers, voiceover coaching, or speaking engagements, check out: www.jakephillips.us

In 1854, two Chinese gangs face off in a medieval style battle in California during the Gold Rush. If you enjoyed this. please subscribe on whatever platform you're hearing this! I'd appreciate it! For more, longer reading of classic literature, check out my YOUTUBE channel The Cultured Bumpkin: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF3tia9JM2y496McAKIBR7A Also, to book me for your voiceover project, V.O. coaching, or speaking enagements, visit: www.jakephillips.us

If you enjoyed this, please “like” the video and subscribe to The Cultured Bumpkin for more literature content. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF3tia9JM2y496McAKIBR7A You can Subscribe to my sleep podcast Ode to a Mockingbird, here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jakephillips116 To support The Cultured Bumpkin and hear audiobooks, short stories, poems, sleep podcast episodes, and audio dramas AD-FREE, join my Patreon (just $3 bucks a month): https://www.patreon.com/TheCulturedBu...

Ever wonder why unlucky sailors are called "a Jonah"? Here's the story. It's an ancient seafaring tale which has been told down through the centuries, including Jesus Christ. Here it is read by voice actor Jake Phillips from the King James Bible and set to the music of John Busby. If you enjoyed this, be sure to subscribe!! If you enjoyed this, please “like” the video and subscribe to The Cultured Bumpkin for more literature content. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF3tia9JM2y496McAKIBR7A T...

A classic mourning the death of President Abraham Lincoln. Get Leaves of Grass here: https://amzn.to/3V7Uvly If you enjoyed this, please “like” the video and subscribe to The Cultured Bumpkin for more literature content. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF3tia9JM2y496McAKIBR7A To support The Cultured Bumpkin and hear audiobooks, short stories, poems, sleep podcast episodes, and audio dramas AD-FREE, join my Patreon (just $3 bucks a month): https://www.patreon.com/TheCulturedBumpkin 

A fun look at one of the famous con men of the post Civil War American West as told by Robert Wallace in his TIME LIFE Old West series (from "The Miners") If you enjoyed this, please “like” the video and subscribe to The Cultured Bumpkin for more literature content. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF3tia9JM2y496McAKIBR7A To support The Cultured Bumpkin and hear audiobooks, short stories, poems, sleep podcast episodes, and audio dramas AD-FREE, join my Patreon (just $3 bucks a month): https...

I'm not sure what I think of Yeats... what about you? If you enjoyed this, please “like” the video and subscribe to The Cultured Bumpkin for more literature content. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF3tia9JM2y496McAKIBR7A To support The Cultured Bumpkin and hear audiobooks, short stories, poems, sleep podcast episodes, and audio dramas AD-FREE, join my Patreon (just $3 bucks a month): https://www.patreon.com/TheCulturedBumpkin Hi! I’m Jake Phillips and I’m a professional voice actor . IF...

A quick comparison of the opening sentences of The Old Man and the Sea by Ernest Hemingway, and William Faulkner's Absalom! Absalom! If you enjoyed this, please like and subscribe for more! Also, check out The Cultured Bumpkin for much more literature content. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF3tia9JM2y496McAKIBR7A To support The Cultured Bumpkin and hear audiobooks, short stories, poems, sleep podcast episodes, and audio dramas AD-FREE, join my Patreon (just $3 bucks a month): https://ww...

The Sick Rose by William Blake If you enjoyed this, please “like” the video and subscribe to The Cultured Bumpkin for more literature content. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF3tia9JM2y496McAKIBR7A To support The Cultured Bumpkin and hear audiobooks, short stories, poems, sleep podcast episodes, and audio dramas AD-FREE, join my Patreon (just $3 bucks a month): https://www.patreon.com/TheCulturedBumpkin Hi! I’m Jake Phillips and I’m a professional voice actor . IF YOU NEED A VOICE-OVER ...

A beautiful love poem by the amazing EB Browning. If you enjoyed this, please “like” the video and subscribe to The Cultured Bumpkin for more literature content. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF3tia9JM2y496McAKIBR7A Hi! I’m Jake Phillips and I’m a professional voice actor . IF YOU NEED A VOICE-OVER FOR: Commercials, Narrations, Audiobooks or Anything requiring a human voice! Then you've come to the right place! Let’s work together! If you’d like to book me to read your poem/poetry, bo...

Pride and Prejudice (and Magnolia's) by Jane Austen A southern narration of Miss Jane's beloved classic. You can listen to my complete "Pride and Prejudice" audiobook here: https://youtu.be/USgdkwew-r4 If you enjoyed this, please “like” the video and subscribe to The Cultured Bumpkin for more literature content. Hi! I’m Jake Phillips and I’m a professional voice actor . IF YOU NEED A VOICE-OVER FOR: Commercials, Narrations, Audiobooks or Anything requiring a human voice! Then you've come...

In this special episode, hear Tracy Van Dolder's "The Lamb" If you enjoyed this, check out www.witnessesaudio.com to hear the entire series for free. Also check out www.theculturedbumpkin.com follow on Youtube and other socials.

Another beautiful Poe love poem with classical imagery. Be sure to check out The Cultured Bumpkin on Youtube and join in for LIVE poetry and/or literature reading! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF3tia9JM2y496McAKIBR7A If you enjoyed this, please “like” the video and subscribe to The Cultured Bumpkin for more literature content. Hi! I’m Jake Phillips and I’m a professional voice actor . IF YOU NEED A VOICE-OVER FOR: Commercials, Narrations, Audiobooks or Anything requiring a human voice!...

This is a great poem for anyone going through mental anguish of some kind. To join my live readings on Youtube, check out: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF3tia9JM2y496McAKIBR7A To connect about voiceover work visit www.jakephillips.us or email me directly at jakephillips116@gmail.com

A poem for anyone who's ever lost someone. Author Unknown. If you enjoyed this, please subscribe to The Cultured Bumpkin for more literature content (here and on YOUTUBE! I do lots of LIVE readings and such over there and it's always fun to connect: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF3tia9JM2y496McAKIBR7A Hi! I’m Jake Phillips and I’m a professional voice actor . IF YOU NEED A VOICE-OVER FOR: Commercials, Narrations, Audiobooks or Anything requiring a human voice! Then you've come to the ri...

A beautiful Emily Dickinson classic. To hear more poetry, subscribe to The Cultured Bumpkin on YOUtube and join me for a live! If you enjoyed this, please “like” the video and subscribe to The Cultured Bumpkin for more literature content. Hi! I’m Jake Phillips and I’m a professional voice actor . IF YOU NEED A VOICE-OVER FOR: Commercials, Narrations, Audiobooks or Anything requiring a human voice! Then you've come to the right place! Let’s work together! If you’d like to book me to read ...

In this episode we chat with the fascinating Melissa Ratliff, a Florida journalist, about a wide range of historical subjects. Check out Melissa's History Podcast "God's Favorites" here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gods-favorites-a-history-podcast/id1583583841 Follow Melissa on Tiktok at: https://www.tiktok.com/@melissafairlady?lang=en For more info on saving the Sundowner visit: www.sundowner.online To view this podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_TXQ5vAnfVM&t...