Once There Was Time by John Frederick Freeman is a thought-provoking and imaginative novel that explores the complex themes of time and memory. The author's lyrical prose and vivid descriptions create a haunting atmosphere that stays with the reader long after the final page.
The story follows a young woman who discovers a mysterious watch that has the power to manipulate time. As she delves deeper into the watch's origins, she uncovers a secret world where past, present, and future collide in unexpected ways.
Freeman's storytelling is both mesmerizing and unsettling, as he seamlessly weaves together elements of science fiction, fantasy, and psychological thriller. The characters are well-developed and relatable, drawing the reader into their journey through time and self-discovery.
Overall, Once There Was Time is a captivating and thought-provoking read that challenges the reader to question their own perceptions of time and reality. Freeman's unique and imaginative storytelling is sure to leave a lasting impression on anyone who picks up this book.
Book Description:
volunteers bring you 18 recordings of Once There Was Time by John Frederick Freeman.
This was the Weekly Poetry project for February 21, 2021.
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John Frederick Freeman was an English poet and essayist, who gave up a successful career in insurance to write full-time.
He was born in London and started as an office boy aged 13. He was a close friend of Walter de la Mare from 1907, who lobbied hard with Edward Marsh to get Freeman into the Georgian Poetry series; with eventual success. De la Mare's biographer Theresa Whistler describes him as "tall, gangling, ugly, solemn, punctilious".
This poem is taken from POEMS NEW AND OLD By John Freeman - Summary by David Lawrence