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The Highwayman by Alfred Noyes

"The Highwayman" was written by Alfred Noyes in 1904 when he was just 24 years old. The poem was first published in the August 1906 issue of Blackwood's Magazine, based in Edinburgh, Scotland. In 1907, it was included in Noyes' collection titled Forty Singing Seamen and Other Poems. Since then, this timeless work has captivated readers and has been republished countless times.

Highlights of its enduring legacy:

Included in Noyes' 1907 poetry collection, Forty Singing Seamen and Other Poems.
Ranked 15th in the BBC's 1995 poll for "The Nation's Favorite Poems."
Illustrated by Charles Keeping in a special edition, which won the Kate Greenaway Medal.
Featured in numerous poetry anthologies and educational materials over the years.
This reading was done purely for fun and learning. If you enjoyed it, I encourage you to explore more poetry! Special thanks to Poetry Foundation for being a fantastic resource. www.poetryfoundation.org

Poetry is worth your time. While everything may change, beauty—when left unspoken—remains only half seen.
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