"Match" by Algernon Charles Swinburne is a captivating and thought-provoking poem that explores the themes of love, passion, and desire. Swinburne's masterful use of language and vivid imagery creates a vivid and immersive reading experience for the reader. The poem follows the narrator as they reflect on their intense and tumultuous romantic relationship, filled with both ecstasy and pain. Swinburne's exploration of the complexities of love and desire will resonate with readers and leave them pondering long after they have finished reading. Overall, "Match" is a beautifully written and emotionally charged poem that is sure to leave a lasting impression on its audience.

Book Description:
volunteers bring you 18 recordings of A Match by Algernon Charles Swinburne.
This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for May 19, 2019.
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Algernon Charles Swinburne was an English poet, playwright, novelist, and critic. He wrote several novels and collections of poetry such as Poems and Ballads, and contributed to the famous Eleventh Edition of the Encyclopædia Britannica.
Swinburne wrote about many taboo topics, such as lesbianism, cannibalism, sado-masochism, and anti-theism. His poems have many common motifs, such as the ocean, time, and death.