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The Hemp

Stephen Vincent Benét

Narrated by Melora Kordos

Length
9 mins
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Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher
Spoken Realms
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"The Hemp (A Virginia Legend)" is a rhyming ballad by Steven Vincent Benet, originally published in 1916. The story recounts the exploits of a notorious pirate who wreaked havoc on the seas, ultimately leading to his downfall, symbolized by the rope of hemp that plays a pivotal role in his fate. This engaging narrative combines themes of adventure and justice within a poetic framework.
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